Bring a touch of slow, mindful living into your home with the T-Lab Polepole Walking Polar Bear. "Polepole" (pronounced poh-leh poh-leh) means "slowly, slowly" in Swahili, perfectly capturing the meticulous care and traditional woodworking craftsmanship behind every single piece. Designed by T-Lab in Japan, this endearing polar bear captures a gentle moment on a stroll, bringing warmth and timeless minimalist style to any contemporary playroom, shelf, or adult interior space.
Each figurine is entirely unique. Master artisans in Bali painstakingly hand-carve each animal from solid, sustainably sourced Albizia Falcata wood. The wood is selected for its incredibly lightweight feel and smooth texture. After sculpting, every bear is finely hand-sanded multiple times to achieve a beautifully soft, unvarnished finish, and then carefully detailed with plant-based paints.
Because every single animal is cut and painted by hand, no two polar bears in the world are exactly alike. They make a wonderful collectible piece for design enthusiasts or a heartwarming decorative addition to a curated nursery.
Why you'll love the T-Lab Walking Polar Bear:
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100% Handcrafted: Individually hand-carved, sanded, and hand-painted by skilled artisans, making your animal a one-of-a-kind treasure.
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Eco-Responsible: Crafted from Albizia Falcata wood, a exceptionally fast-growing timber sourced from eco-managed forests. T-Lab actively commits to replanting trees to preserve the natural environment.
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Completely Natural: Free from chemical treatments, harsh pollutants, or synthetic varnishes. Hand-painted using safe, vegetable-based paint.
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Minimalist Japanese Design: Celebrates clean lines, soft rounded edges, and a beautiful monochrome aesthetic that fits effortlessly into modern Scandinavian or Japandi home decor.
Dimensions & Specifications
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Material: Sustainable, high-grade Albizia Falcata wood
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Finish: Natural unvarnished wood with non-toxic, plant-based paint
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Design: Designed by T-Lab in Japan, Hand-carved in Bali, Indonesia
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Approximate Dimensions (Parent/Oya): 11.5 cm x 5.5 cm x 7 cm
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Weight: Extremely lightweight (approx. 10–15g)
- Please Note: This is a decorative object and collector's item. Due to the artisanal handmade process, minor variations in shape, size, and paint strokes are part of its unique charm.
