February 07, 1947 - March 05, 2025
R. John Wright will always be remembered for his vision and artistry, for revolutionizing the art of felt doll making, and for accomplishing the impossible when told it couldn’t be done. He approached life with a spirit of adventure and a deep desire to do his best in all that he undertook.
Just as important, he will be remembered for the mischievous twinkle in his hazel eyes, his charming smile, and his engaging storytelling, always accompanied by well-timed wit. Many times, he has been compared to Peter Pan—an ephemeral being who left us much too soon, flying to Neverland, forever young….
A memorial service to honor John’s life will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Old First Church in Old Bennington, VT.
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We are pleased to welcome you to the official R. JOHN WRIGHT Web site. Established in 1976, R. John Wright Dolls, Inc has delighted collectors worldwide with beautifully designed and hand crafted dolls and animals. These award-winning creations include: Winnie-the-Pooh©, Raggedy Ann™, Kewpie®, Beatrix Potter™, Classic Disney®, Paddington Bear™, Curious George®, The Little Prince™, Becassine©, Alice in Wonderland, The Brownies, Steiff©, The Lonely Doll©, Kate Greenaway, Flower Fairies™, The Wizard of Oz™, Where the Wild Things Are™, M.I.Hummel®, Bonzo™, Charlie Chaplin™, Shirley Temple™ - and many others! All are designed by John and Susan Wright and produced in numbered limited editions at the R. John Wright workshop in Bennington, Vermont.
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