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951. Persephone production storyboard drawing
from Goddess of Spring. (Walt Disney Studios, 1934) Detailed original production storyboard drawing featuring Persephone from Goddess of Spring, showing her receiving a crown made of flowers from two bluebirds. Accomplished in graphite on a white 7 x 5.75 sheet, marked “8” in the lower left corner. Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 13.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
952. Water Babies production cel from Water Babies.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Cute original production cel showing three nude babies riding a bird from the Silly Symphonies cartoon Water Babies. The cel is trimmed to image and placed on a later hand-painted custom prepared background. Image measures 5 x 3, with overall dimensions of 14 x 10.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
953. Snow White production cels from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs with Walt Disney Signature.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels of Snow White and a rabbit from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, displayed with a fountain pen signature, “Walt Disney,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 card. The cels, which depict the princess holding a sleepy rabbit in her arms, have been trimmed and applied to a star background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total image measures 3 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 7.5 x 7.25; the mat features the encircled Walt Disney Productions “WDP” stamp and the cel title to left side. The cels and signature are cloth-matted and framed together to an overall size of 19 x 21.75. In fine condition. An exceptional display piece honoring the first Disney princess and the man behind the mouse. Starting Bid $500
Scarce full-bodied Grumpy cel on a hand-painted master background from Snow White
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel and production background featuring Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the crotchety character with his arms crossed. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a handpainted production background from Snow White, which shows part of the forest cottage’s interior. Image measures 3.25 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 7.25 x 8.75. Archivally framed to an overall size of 18.5 x 20. In fine condition. A great master background set-up. Starting Bid $500
Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Dopey, Happy, and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing them at the foot of their beds within their forest cottage. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a high-quality printed key master background giclee. Character image measures 5.75 x 4.25, with overall dimensions of 17 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Happy, Bashful, and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the three dwarfs standing sideby-side and playing instruments. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 5 x 4, with a mat opening of 5.75 x 5. Archivally cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 16. The piece has the Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
ney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Sneezy, Doc, and Bashful from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the three dwarfs with pickaxes during the diamond mine scene. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a handpainted starry background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 6.5 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 9 x 7. Nicely framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 18; the reverse bears a Courvoisier Galleries label. In very good to fine condition, with some lifting and cracking to paint. A desirable Courvoisier set-up from Disney’s first animated feature. Starting Bid $300
1937) Original production cel featuring Dopey, Sleepy, and Bashful from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the three dwarfs with a diamond mine cart, peering out at some gems that were added as an embellishment. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 7.25 x 3, with a mat opening of 7.75 x 4.75. Framed to an overall size of 17 x 14. In fine condition. A very appealing Courvoisier set-up. Starting Bid $300
Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring the Vultures from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts the two large predatory birds perched menacingly on a large tree branch. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 4.25 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 5.25 x 5.5. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 14. Reverse bears a 1937 copyright label for Walt Disney Enterprises. In fine condition. The vultures are shown sparingly in Snow White, thus making their production cels exceedingly rare. Starting Bid $300
960. Grumpy production cel from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him emerging from a circular hole and pointing his finger. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by the Disney Studio to be sold at the Courvoisier Galleries. Image measures 5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 6 x 6.25. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. An attractive Courvoisier woodgrain background that features his name, and a great image of one of the most memorable dwarfs. Starting Bid $200
961. Dopey and Bunnies production cels from Snow
White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels of Dopey and two bunnies from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the youngest dwarf standing in front of two inquisitive rabbits. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 2.5 x 4.25 (Dopey) and 1.75 x 2 (bunnies), with a mat opening of 5.25 x 5.25. Archivally cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 15.25. The piece has the original Disney label on the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with cracking and lifting to sections of Dopey’s robe. Starting Bid $200
Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel of Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts the perpetually upset dwarf with crossed legs seated on a barrel. The cel, which is marked “50” and slightly trimmed to 12.25 x 9.75, is placed on a matching 12.25 x 11 giclee background from the same film. The character image measures 2.5 x 4.25. In fine condition, with rippling to edges. Starting Bid $200
963. Bashful production cel from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Superb original production cel featuring Bashful from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the shy dwarf with his arms behind his back in an ideal upright and full-length pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2.25 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 4.25 x 6.25. Archivally clothmatted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 17.5, with the frame backing bearing a Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
964. Happy production cel from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him in an ideal full-bodied pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4.25 x 5.75, with a mat opening of 6 x 8. Cloth-matted to an overall size of 12 x 14. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him in a great full-length pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 3.5 x 4.25, with a mat opening of 5.25 x 7.25. Framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 14.5. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Disney Studios, 1937) Fabulous original production cel featuring Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him in a full-bodied pose. The scarce full 12-field cel is placed on a masterfully rendered handpainted custom prepared background of the interior of the dwarfs cottage, created circa 1990s. Image measures 2.5 x 4.25, with overall dimensions of 12.75 x 9.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
967. Huntsman preliminary model sheet drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Rare original preliminary model sheet drawing featuring the Huntsman from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, shown in fourteen unique poses with different expressions on his face. Accomplished in graphite on an off-white 13.5 x 11.5 sheet. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 18.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
968. Frank Follmer panoramic concept painting for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Impressive original panoramic concept painting by Frank Follmer for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Snow White, the Prince, his horse, Grumpy, Doc, Happy, Sleepy, Bashful, Dopey, and Sneezy in front of the dwarfs’ forest cottage. Accomplished in graphite and watercolor on 18 x 11 artist’s paper, signed in the lower right in pencil, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. He alienated Walt Disney when he organized a strike against the studio, and ultimately left to join the Navy. Starting Bid $200
969. Frank Follmer panoramic concept painting for
dios, 1937) Adorable original panoramic concept painting by Frank Follmer for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Snow White, Happy, Grumpy, Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Sleep, and Sneezy gathered at the table inside the dwarfs’ forest cottage. Accomplished in graphite and watercolor on 18 x 12 artist’s paper, signed in the lower right in pencil, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. He alienated Walt Disney when he organized a strike against the studio, and ultimately left to join the Navy. Starting Bid $200
970. Donald Duck and Nephews production cels from Donald’s Golf
Game. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938) Original production cels of Donald Duck and Huey, Dewey, and Louie from Donald’s Golf Game, specially matted by the Studio Art Props Department, signed and inscribed on the mat in the hand of Disney staff artist Hank Porter—”To Jack Skirball, Sincerely, Walt Disney.” The scene depicts the three ducklings watching their uncle, who is holding a golf club and wearing a flat cap. Character images measure 2.75 x 3.5 (Donald) and 4.5 x 3.25 (his nephews), with a mat opening of 10.75 x 8.5. In fine condition, with some missing paint to Donald’s left leg. Starting Bid $500
971. Mickey Mouse production cel from
The Pointer. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production cel featuring Mickey Mouse from the short film The Pointer, showing Mickey seated and dressed as a hunter while reading a training book on pointer dogs. The scarce full 12-field cel is placed on a matching giclee background. Image measures 3.5 x 5, with overall dimensions of 13.75 x 11. In fine condition, with some rippling, and a staple to each corner. Recognized as a milestone film in the development of the modern Mickey Mouse, The Pointer was nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 12th Academy Awards, but ultimately lost to Disney’s own The Ugly Duckling, the final installment of the Silly Symphony series. Starting Bid $200
1940) Original production key master background set-up featuring Geppetto and Figaro from Pinocchio, showing Geppetto sleepily rising with the little kitten sitting at the end of his bed. The cels are trimmed to image and placed on a hand-painted key master background; during this particular scene, with Geppetto exclaiming to his cat, ‘C’mon, we go to sleep,’ Figaro is actually in his own bed; he was added to this set-up by the studio to be sold at the Courvoisier Gallery. Total character image measures 7.5 x 5.75, with a mat opening of 10.5 x 9. Matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 15. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
Pinocchio plays with fire—a beautifully detailed production set-up from the classic Disney film
Studios, 1940) Original production key master background set-up featuring Pinocchio, Geppetto, and Figaro from Pinocchio, showing the elderly woodworker as he rushes to extinguish a flame on Pinocchio’s finger, with Figaro observing from a shelf in the background. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted production background from the same film. Images measure 10.5 x 9.5 (Geppetto and Pinocchio) and 2.25 x 2 (Figaro), with a mat opening of 15 x 10.75. Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 27 x 22.75. In fine condition.
Only moments after becoming a boy-puppet, Pinocchio, entranced by a flickering candle flame, sets his finger on fire, causing Geppetto to frantically run around the room before finally submerging the flame in Cleo’s fish bowl. The sequence also features one of the film’s more notable ‘goofs,’ with Geppetto’s red nightcap disappearing and reappearing as he dashes about. An incredibly impressive display piece from early in the film, augmented furthermore by its uncommon pose and a richly detailed background—certainly among the very finest Pinocchio celluloids we have offered. Starting Bid $2500
974. Jiminy Cricket production cel and Pinocchio publicity cel on master background from Pinocchio. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of Jiminy Cricket and a publicity cel of Pinocchio on a hand-painted master background from Pinocchio, which depicts the boy puppet in a happy full-length walking pose, with Jiminy seated small and forlornly on the bottom step of a stone stairway. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted master background from the same film, which was prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 4.25 x 7.25 (Pinocchio) and 1 x 1 (Jiminy), with a mat opening of 10 x 8; the mat features the encircled Walt Disney Productions “WDP” stamp and the cel title to left side. Framed to an overall size of 17 x 15.75, with the piece bearing the original Walt Disney Productions label on the reverse. In fine condition, with an instance of flaking to Pinocchio’s left arm and a small spot of adhesive residue to background near Jiminy. Starting Bid $500
975. Mickey Mouse production cel from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of Mickey Mouse from Fantasia, showing him in a red robe and wearing Yen Sid’s mystical hat during the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ sequence. The cel has been trimmed to 16 x 12.5, with the image measuring 3.25 x 4.25, and placed on a key master giclee background from Fantasia 2000. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
976. Chernabog production cels from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original matching production cels featuring Chernabog from the harrowing ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence from Fantasia, with one layer featuring the demon’s dark face and bright green eyes, and an overlay with gray-and-tan accents. The cel is placed on a matching giclee background. Image measures 9.75 x 8.25, with overall dimensions of 14.25 x 11. In fine condition. A stunning portrayal of Disney’s fearsome demon. Starting Bid $500
977. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fanta-
sia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Spectacular original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be in Yen Sid’s mystical hat during his magical dream sequence: standing atop a pinnacle as he watches a brilliant comet streak through the night sky. Accomplished in gouache on black 10 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Magnificent original artwork from one of the most memorable animated sequences in cinematic history. Starting Bid $500
978. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be in Yen Sid’s hat during his magical dream sequence: standing atop a pinnacle as he commands a comet while waves crash below him. Accomplished in gouache on black 9 x 8.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A desirable piece of concept artwork from a classic Disney feature. Starting Bid $500
979. Mickey Mouse concept painting from
Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be during his magical dream sequence: standing atop a pinnacle and wearing the mystical hat of the Sorcerer Yen Sid as he commands the stars and planets to dance across the heavens with the wave of his hands. Accomplished in gouache on black 8.25 x 8.75 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A brilliant depiction of Mickey at his most powerful! Starting Bid $300
980. Mickey Mouse and Black Pete production keymaster background set-up from Mr. Mouse Takes
a Trip. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production keymaster background set-up featuring Mickey Mouse and Black Pete from Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip, showing Mickey in his traveling hat and Pete as a menacing conductor. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production keymaster background from the same film, with several studio stamps on the reverse. Total image measures 9.75 x 8.25, with overall dimensions of 12 x 10. In fine condition. Walt Disney voiced Mickey Mouse for this short, and Billy Bletcher played Pete. A fabulous keymaster set-up from a funny Mickey short. Starting Bid $300
981. Figaro production cel from Pinocchio. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel featuring Figaro from Pinocchio, showing Geppetto’s pet kitten wearing a handkerchief and sitting in a high chair. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 7˝ in diameter. Archivally cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 18.75 x 18.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
ney Studios, 1940) Original production cel featuring a line of hooded monks carrying candles from the ‘Ave Maria’ segment of Fantasia. The cel has been slightly trimmed and applied to an airbrushed forest background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images range from .25 x .5 to .5 x 1, with overall dimensions of 12.75 x 9.75. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel featuring Pinocchio from Pinocchio, showing the boy puppet seated with a cigar in hand. The cel is placed on a matching studio copy background. Image measures 4.25 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 13 x 11.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Brilliant original production concept storyboard painting featuring the Dancing Mushrooms from the Tchaikovsky ‘Nutcracker’ sequence of Fantasia. Accomplished in color pastels on 12 x 10 black paper. In fine condition, with one clipped corner tip and a tiny tear to the bottom edge. Starting Bid $200
1940) Vibrant original production concept storyboard painting featuring Bacchus and Jacchus from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing the wine-loving Roman god of parties riding atop his pet donkey. Accomplished in color pastels on 13.25 x 9.5 brown paper. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners. Starting Bid $200
1940) Appealing original production concept storyboard painting from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing Bacchus—the wine-loving Roman god of parties—riding atop his pet donkey Jacchus, with a horn-blowing Satyr in the foreground. Accomplished in color pastels on 12 x 10 brown paper. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners and one clipped corner tip. Starting Bid $200
987. Hyacinth Hippo production cel from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of Hyacinth Hippo from Fantasia, which depicts the lovely hippopotamus dancing during the ‘Dance of the Hours’ sequence. The cel is taped to a matching giclee background. Image measures 3.25 x 4.75, with overall dimensions of 14 x 12. The lower right corner is marked “5.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Striking original production concept storyboard painting featuring the Russian Thistle Dancers from the Tchaikovsky ‘Nutcracker’ sequence of Fantasia. Accomplished in color pastels on 12 x 10 black paper. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners. Starting Bid $200
989. Baby Unicorn and Satyr production cels from
Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cels featuring Baby Unicorn and Satyr from the ‘’Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3.25 x 3.25 (unicorn) and 2 x 2.5 (Satyr), with overall dimensions of 10 x 7. In very good to fine condition, with toned adhesive to perimeter and overall wrinkling to cels. Starting Bid $200
dios, 1940) Detailed original production concept storyboard painting featuring a Centaurette and Baby Satyr from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing them taking over from dark rain clouds overhead. Accomplished in graphite and pastel on a 7.25 x 5.5 sheet, which has been applied to a piece of untrimmed 10 x 12 animation paper. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept production storyboard drawing of Bacchus from Fantasia, which depicts the jovial wine-loving character from the film’s ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment. Accomplished in charcoal and colored pastel on 11.75 x 9.75 animation paper, which bears the “WDP” stamp to lower right corner. Character images measure 7 x 4. Archivally triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with a chip to the upper left corner. Starting Bid $200
992. Pinocchio concept drawing from Pinocchio.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Detailed original concept drawing featuring Pinocchio from Pinocchio, showing him during the ‘Pleasure Island’ segment of the film. Accomplished in charcoal on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. Image measures 5.25 x 6. In fine condition. An artfully rendered, finely detailed drawing of the popular Disney character. Starting Bid $200
993. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of the Chernabog from Fantasia, showing the imposing demon with wings spread wide during the terrifying ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “381” in the lower right corner. Image measures 7.25 x 10.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
995. Melinda and Brutus production drawings from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production draw-
ings featuring Melinda and Brutus from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing the centaurette and centaur in individual large full-bodied poses. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “C-97” and “103” in the lower corners. Images measure 6 x 6 (Melinda) and 5.5 x 7 (Brutus). In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
994. Baby Pegasus concept drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Well-done original concept drawing featuring Baby Pegasus from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing the playful young Pegasus chomping on an apple. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. Image measures 5.75 x 7.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
996. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of the Chernabog from Fantasia, featuring a close-up of the horned demon during the terrifying ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “19” in the lower corner. Image measures 9.5 x 8.5. In fine condition. A great, powerful expression of the ferocious villain. Starting Bid $200
Disney Studios, 1940) Large and imposing original production drawing featuring Yen Sid from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ sequence of Fantasia, showing the powerful sorcerer with his arms raised high in the air. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “44” in the lower corner. Image measures 11.75 x 8.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
998. Goofy production cel from The Reluctant
Dragon. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Large and impressive original production cel featuring Goofy on horseback from the ‘How to Ride a Horse’ segment of The Reluctant Dragon. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 6.5 x 6.75, with overall dimensions of 15 x 11. In fine condition, with slight lifting to paint. Starting Bid $200
Dumbo. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Humorous original production storyboard drawing from Dumbo, showing Mrs. Jumbo spanking a clown with her trunk. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on a trimmed 6 x 4.5 off-white sheet, with a “206” label applied to the lower right corner. In fine condition. A detailed storyboard drawing from the popular and successful animated feature. Starting Bid $200
1000. Mrs. Jumbo and Clowns production storyboard
drawing from Dumbo. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Welldone original production storyboard drawing from Dumbo, showing Mrs. Jumbo surrounded by clowns and people inside the circus tent. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on an off-white 6 x 5 sheet. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Studios, 1942) Attractive original production cel featuring Bambi from Bambi, showing the young fawn in a seated pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background with hand-painted leaf overlay as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 3.5 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 6.5 x 6.5. Framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 13.25 The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition. A great Courvoisier cel set-up. Starting Bid $200 1002. Thumper production cel from Bambi. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1942) Original production cel featuring Thumper from Bambi, showing the comical young rabbit in a nice full-figure pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 1.5 x 2, with a mat opening of 4.5 x 5.5. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 14. In fine condition. A highly attractive Courvoisier set-up. Starting Bid $200
1003. Peter Pan production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1953) Large and dramatic original production cel featuring Peter Pan from Peter Pan, showing him crawling backwards on the ship’s mast at Captain Hook’s sword point. The cel is placed on a matching color copy background. Image measures 9 x 7, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12. In fine condition, with hairline cracks to paint in his chest. Starting Bid $200
1004. Lady and Tramp production cels on a panoramic master background from Lady and the Tramp.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Stunning original production cels and super panoramic master background of the title canines from Lady and the Tramp, which shows the two dogs seated in large full-length poses. The cels have been neatly trimmed and placed on a brilliant hand-painted super panoramic master background of Lady’s backyard and the surrounding neighborhood, which is partially attributed to Eyvind Earle, a background painter for the film, whose presence is readily apparent in the flora and landscape. Character images measure 3.25 x 3.75 (Lady) and 3.75 x 5 (Tramp), with a mat opening of 41.75 x 7.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 48 x 14. In fine condition, with a small area of lifting paint to Lady’s ear, and a few trivial marks to the mat. One of the most impressive Lady and the Tramp production master background set-ups that we have ever seen. Starting Bid $500
Large key master set-up from Lady and the Tramp
1005. Aunt Sarah and Lady production cels and key master background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1955) Original production key master background set-up featuring Lady and Aunt Sarah from Lady and the Tramp, showing Lady on the countertop when she gets her muzzle. The cel has been trimmed and applied to the matching hand-painted key master production background. The Lady image measures 4.25 x 4.25 and Aunt Sarah measures 4.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 16 x 10.75. Framed to an overall size of 26 x 21. In fine condition, with dings and scratches to the frame. A large, detailed, and supremely desirable key master set-up. Starting Bid $500
1006. Duck key master background set-up from Disney’s Disneyland TV Show signed by Walt Dis-
ney. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Exceptional original key master background set-up from ‘The Ugly Duckling’ segment of the Disneyland TV Show episode, ‘From Aesop to Hans Christian Andersen,’ specially matted by the Studio Art Props Department, signed on the original mat in crayon by Walt Disney, with the encircled Walt Disney Productions “WDP” stamped above and the faded cel title to left side. Accomplished in gouache on 13.5 x 11.5 artist paper, the scene shows a decidedly bored mother duck seated on her nest, which she has built at the base of a hollow tree trunk surrounded by mushrooms. Matted to an overall size of 19.5 x 18.5. In fine condition, with some toning and wear to mat edges, which could be easily matted over and framed if so desired. Starting Bid $500
1007. Si and Am production cels from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1955) Sought-after original production cels of Si and Am from Lady and the Tramp, depicting the two sinister Siamese cats in uncommonly large, extended poses. The cat images measure 8.5 x 3.25 and 3.75 x 5.75, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 8.5. Doublematted to an overall size of 17.75 x 14.5. This presentation was originally sold at Disneyland and features the gold Walt Disney Production label to the reverse. In fine condition, with a couple small instances of paint lifting to the upper tail. A high-demand cel pairing that features two of Disney’s most memorable felines. Starting Bid $500
Immense panoramic master set-up of the vengeful Maleficent
1959) Incredible original production cel and panorama production background of Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, depicting the evil sorceress within the confines of her ancient castle. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a stunning hand-painted production background attributed to the legendary Eyvind Earle. Maleficent is portrayed here with scepter and outcast finger, reproaching the various goons assigned to recover the missing Briar Rose; their foolish search for an infant—Rose has been missing for nigh on sixteen years—has placed the sorceress in a particularly foul mood. In addition to the work’s smooth coloring and powerful imagery, the high detail of the background—the mildewed archways of Maleficent’s inner castle—were brought to life by the esteemed Eyvind Earle, the foremost background illustrator for Disney’s classic films of the 1950s. Image measures 20.25 x 9.75, with a mat opening of 25.25 x 10.5. Mat dimensions are 32 x 17.5. In fine condition, with a few small areas of lifting to paint. An atypically large piece of original Disney artwork that depicts the infamous villainess in all her splendid and vindictive fury. Starting Bid $1000
1959) Original production cel and production background featuring Briar Rose from Sleeping Beauty, showing her holding a basket inside the fairy’s forest cottage. The cel is placed on an immaculately detailed hand-painted production background from Sleeping Beauty, partially attributed to Eyvind Earle. Character image measures 7 x 6.25, with a mat opening of 24 x 10. Framed to an overall size of 36 x 22. In fine condition, with a few scuffs to the acrylic glazing. Legendary Disney artist Eyvind Earle earned acclaim for the styling, background, and colors used in Sleeping Beauty, and this remarkable piece of original production artwork clearly demonstrates his fantastic skill. A stunning production master set-up. Starting Bid $500
1011. Briar Rose production cel from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel featuring Briar Rose from Sleeping Beauty, showing her holding a basket in the forest in a nice full-length pose. The cel is placed on a high-quality color print of an Eyvind Earle background. Character image measures 3.75 x 7, with a mat opening of 18.5 x 11. Archivally framed to an overall size of 30.5 x 23. In fine condition. An appealing panorama from a classic Disney movie. Starting Bid $200
1012. Pongo production cels and master background
from One Hundred and One Dalmatians. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1961) Impressive original production cels of Pongo from 101 Dalmatians, showing the intelligent canine in a desirable full-length pose. The cels are placed on a hand-painted master background of the interior of a barn. Pongo measures 6.5 x 7.75, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5, and both the cel and background are applied to a 20 x 16 cardstock mount. The cels are marked along the bottom edge, “Tintcraft, 2110, Seq. 015, Sc. 34” and “Prod. 2110, Seq. 009 Sc. 5, Same as A. 61.” In fine condition, with a small puncture to top edge of top cel. Starting Bid $500
1013. Snowy Barn handpainted master background from One Hundred and One
Dalmatians. (Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original hand-painted master background of a snowcovered barn from One Hundred and One Dalmatians, which depicts the Dearly Farm during winter, with an abundance of small paw prints leading down a path into one of the barn’s doors. A cel line overlay is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film that measures 15.5 x 12.5 and is marked along the bottom: “Tintcraft - 2110, Sec. 014m Sc. 1.” In fine condition, some creasing and two short edge tears to cel overlay. Starting Bid $300
1014. Donald Duck production cel and production background from Donald Duck and the Wheel. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cel and production background featuring Donald Duck from the educational cartoon Donald Duck and the Wheel, featuring Donald as a caveman hauling his cart. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Image measures 8 x 3.75, with overall dimensions of 18.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. A great Disney set-up on an attractive master background. Starting Bid $200
1015. Cruella de Vil production cel from 101 Dal-
matians. (Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cel featuring Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmatians, showing the wealthy, fur-wearing villainess in a full-length pose. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 3.5 x 7, with overall dimensions of 16 x 13. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1016. Shere Khan and Kaa production cels on master background from The Jun-
gle Book. (Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Original production cels on a master background featuring Shere Khan and Kaa from the Jungle Book, which shows the villainous duo in terrific up-close poses—Khan with an imposing snarl and Kaa with a mischievous smile. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Images measure 7 x 7.5 (Shere) and 3.5 x 5.25 (Kaa), with a mat opening of 11 x 8.25. Triple-matted to an overall size of 18.75 x 15.5. In fine condition, with some paint crackling and chipping to extreme left side of Shere Khan. Starting Bid $300
1017. Shere Khan production cel from
The Jungle Book. (Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Impressive original production cel of Shere Khan from The Jungle Book, depicting the film’s devious villain tiger in an extremely large portrait pose. The cel is placed on a matching studio copy background. Image measures 7.75 x 7.25, with a mat opening of 13 x 10. Double-matted to an overall size of 19 x 16. In fine condition. Disney took a more prevalent role in the story and design of The Jungle Book, which would be the last film to include Disney’s personal input and touches, with Disney passing away before the film’s premiere. Starting Bid $200
1018. Tod and Copper production cel and production background from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1981) Original production cel and production background of Tod and Copper from Fox and the Hound, showing the unlikely friends playing on the grassy bank of a forest creek. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film, which appears to have been signed in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 9.5 x 6, with a mat opening of 13.75 x 9.75. Triple-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. A wonderful and lively set-up from this underrated classic. Starting Bid $200
Who Framed Roger Rabbit. (Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original production color model cel of Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, depicting the voluptuous redhead in a sexy three-quarter-length pose. The cel is placed on a color Disney giclee background. Character image measures 4.5 x 9.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1020. Donald Duck and Goofy paste-up model sheet from Swabbies signed by Darrell Van Citters. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1989) Original paste-up model sheet featuring Donald Duck and Goofy from “Prod. 2532,” the unfinished, unreleased featurette Swabbies. The 23 preliminary hand-drawn character model sketches have been cut out and applied to a 35 x 27.5 board, signed at center in pencil by director Darrell Van Citters, “OK, Darrell.” Also bears a Walt Disney Productions studio stamp. This full-size board would have been photographed and reproduced at 14 x 11 to be distributed to the animators producing the cartoon as reference material. Rarely seen outside the studio, this is an impressive original piece from an important step in the animation process. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1021. Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck paste-up model sheet from Swabbies signed by Darrell Van Citters.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1989) Original paste-up model sheet featuring Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck from “Prod. 2532,” the unfinished, unreleased featurette Swabbies. The 25 preliminary hand-drawn character model sketches have been cut out and applied to a 35 x 27.5 board, signed at center in pencil by director Darrell Van Citters, “OK, Darrell.” Also bears a Walt Disney Productions studio stamp above the signature, and two printed drawings of Daisy’s head (in black) to lower left. This full-size board would have been photographed and reproduced at 14 x 11 to be distributed to the animators producing the cartoon as reference material. Rarely seen outside the studio, this is an impressive original piece from an important step in the animation process. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1022. Mickey Mouse production cels from The Prince and the Pauper. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1990) Original production cels featuring two Mickey Mouses from The Prince and the Pauper, showing him in both roles. The cel is placed on a matching studio copy background. Images measure 2.5 x 4.5 (Pauper) and 3 x 5.25 (Prince), with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1023. Jack Skellington, Zero, and Reindeer production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare
Before Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original panorama concept storyboard drawing featuring Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing him as Santa Claus in his coffin sleigh, soaring over a graveyard under a full moon with three skeleton reindeer and his dog Zero leading the way. The border is embellished with a strand of Christmas lights. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 17.75.5 x 8.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
1024. Mayor concept drawing from The Nightmare Before
Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Excellent original concept drawing featuring the Mayor of Halloween Town from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, beautifully rendered in immaculate detail. Accomplished in pen and ink on a white 7 x 10 sheet. Matted to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1025. Full cast publicity painting from The Lion King.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1994) Detailed original publicity painting featuring the full cast of characters from Lion King: Mufasa, Sarabi, Simba, Nala, Scar, Rafiki, Timon, Pumba, Zazu, and the Hyenas against the rising sun in the African desert. Accomplished in watercolor on a white 5.25 x 7.75 sheet. In fine condition. A colorful and well-done portrayal of the Lion King’s cast. Starting Bid $200
1026. John Smith and Kocoum production master
background and special cel from Pocahontas. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1995) Original hand-painted custom cels prepared specifically for this production background featuring John Smith and Kocoum from Pocahontas, showing them wrestling in the forest. The cels, hand-painted by Disney artists from the supervising animators’ original line drawings for Disney’s ‘Art of Pocahontas’ sale at Sotheby’s, are placed on their matching hand-painted production background from the film. Total image measures 11.5 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. The piece has the gold Walt Disney Company seal to lower right, and a studio stamp on the reverse. In fine condition. Provenance: The Art of Pocahontas, Sotheby’s, February 1996. A special, one-of-a-kind piece. Starting Bid $300
1027. Ratcliffe and Wiggins production master backgrounds and special cels from Pocahontas. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1995) Original hand-painted custom cels prepared specifically for these production backgrounds featuring Ratcliffe and Wiggins from Pocahontas, showing them in large close-up poses. The cels, hand-painted by Disney artists from the supervising animators’ original line drawings for Disney’s ‘Art of Pocahontas’ sale at Sotheby’s, are placed on their matching hand-painted production backgrounds from the film. The Governor Ratcliffe image measures 14.75 x 8.5, with a mat opening of 20 x 10.5; the Wiggins image measures 12.5 x 9, with a mat opening of 16 x 10.5. Matted side-by-side to an overall size of 43.5 x 16.75. Both backgrounds have Walt Disney studio stamps on the reverse. In fine condition. Provenance: The Art of Pocahontas, Sotheby’s, February 1996. Accompanied by a Walt Disney Company certificate of authenticity. A special, one-of-a-kind and highly displayable piece. Starting Bid $300
Lovely Blair landscape painting for Sleepy Hollow
1028. Mary Blair original concept painting for The Legend of Sleepy
Hollow. (Walt Disney Studios, 1948) Original concept painting by Mary Blair of an idyllic landscape from ‘The Legend of Sleep Hollow,’ the second segment from the animated package film The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, which depicts farmland with fences, a pair of log cabins, a winding river, and distant mountaintops. Accomplished in tempera on 9 x 8 artist’s board, which is marked in the lower right corner, “B2.” In fine condition, with pin holes to corners. From the collection of acclaimed animator Hugh Fraser, who obtained this painting directly from Blair, a friend and colleague from the Chouinard Art Institute. Read more about Hugh Fraser online at www. RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $500
1029. Mary Blair concept storyboard painting of Ichabod and the Headless Horseman from from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1949) Marvelous original concept painting by Mary Blair for The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, showing the Headless Horseman confronting the Ichabod Crane in a graveyard under a full moon. Blair excels in this skillfully rendered, well-composed scene: riding astride his stark black horse, the Headless Horsemen is given a sense of violent motion while Ichabod is paralyzed by fear. Accomplished in tempera on 11 x 9.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $500
Blair’s dramatic conception of Cinderella fleeing the castle rendered in full panorama— one gleaming glass slipper left behind!
original panoramic concept painting by Mary Blair of Cinderella’s late-night flight from the Prince’s castle, her shining slipper left behind at the castle’s entrance. Brilliantly executed in blue, blacks, and grays, the imposing castle landscape contrasts beautifully against the starry sky. Accomplished in tempera on 18.5 x 9 illustration board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A magnificently conceived panorama of an iconic scene from the hand of a Disney master. Starting Bid $1000
Studios, 1950) Fantastic original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother from Cinderella, showing the ‘Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo’ song sequence as the godmother begins to turn a pumpkin into a gleaming royal coach. Vividly cast in shades of green and black against a moonlit sky, the fairy godmother raises her wand to cast her magical spell as Cinderella, wearing a pink dress, observes the glowing pumpkin. Accomplished in tempera and watercolor on a 9 x 8.5 illustration board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An excellent piece of concept art for one of Cinderella’s most memorable scenes. Starting Bid $500
Concept painting of Cinderella’s dress cast by her Fairy Godmother’s wand
derella. (Walt Disney Studios, 1950) Exquisite original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother from Cinderella, showing the Fairy Godmother magically constituting Cinderella’s ball gown. Expertly rendered in pinks and grays, the detailed scene is set in a moonlit pumpkin patch as three mice observe Cinderella’s transformation from scullion to princess. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9.75 illustration board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An attractive and well-composed piece by the prolific Disney concept artist. Starting Bid $500
1033. Mary Blair original concept painting of Playing Card guards for Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1953) Exceptional original concept painting by Mary Blair for Alice in Wonderland, which depicts a pair of imposing Playing Card sentries, the loyal servants and guards of The Queen of Hearts. Blair adds a uniquely threatening tone to this work, with the visageless watchmen standing armed and tall against a menacing red sky, the silhouette of the queen’s castle visible in the distance. Accomplished in tempera on 8.25 x 6.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners.Starting Bid $500
Panorama concept painting of the Darlings’ night flight over London
original panoramic concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Wendy, John, and Michael soaring over London en route to the island of Neverland. Accomplished in tempera on 19 x 9 artist’s board, the scene stunningly portrays Peter Pan and Tinker Bell teaching the Darling children to fly, leading them on a starry night flight over foggy London as they head toward Big Ben and London Bridge. The characters are shadows set against the dark night sky in this expertly accomplished panorama, the landscape illuminated by a full moon and twinkling stars. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Studios, 1953) Stunning original concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Wendy, Michael, and John soaring over London en route to the island of Neverland. Accomplished in tempera on 10.25 x 9.5 artist’s board, the scene vividly portrays the moment that Peter and Tinker Bell teach the Darling children to fly, leading them on a starry night flight around Big Ben, which emerges from the London fog. The characters are shadows set against the dark night sky in this brilliantly executed scene, the landscape illuminated by a full moon, the warm glow of Big Ben’s clock, the twinkle of distant stars, and the flickering burst of a fairy leading the way. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $500
Mary Blair concept art of Peter Pan’s war dance in the Indian Village
1036. Mary Blair concept storyboard painting of the Indian Village from Peter Pan.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Marvelous original concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan, John, and the Lost Boys dancing around the fire in Neverland’s Indian Village. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 8.75 artist’s board, the remarkable landscape is dominated by tipis, tall evergreens, and a totem pole set against a bright orange sky. Whimsical plumes of black-and-white smoke fill the air as the boys—cast in shadows—dance around the fire. Blazingly done in greens, oranges, and purples, Blair’s painting demonstrates masterful use of the secondary colors. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $500
1955) Beautiful original panoramic concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Lady and the Tramp, depicting the two dogs seated on a leaf-covered sidewalk in front of the house of Lady’s owners, Jim Dear and Darling. Earle captures the scene with a patent tenderness, adding soft shadows and fading light to the romantic New England setting. He pulls your attention to the title pooches and then fills the periphery with a remarkable sense of peace and prosperity—the well-kept frontage and stately New Haven residence essentially the canine equivalent to a fairy tale castle. Accomplished in tempera on 23 x 9 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in black paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners, and a few trivial scuffs. Disney artist Eyvind Earle, who later became Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, created almost 50 miniature concept sketches for the ‘Bella Notte’ sequence and was a key contributor to the classic film. A simply brilliant original piece of Disney art. Starting Bid $1000
1955) Exquisite original panorama concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle from Lady and the Tramp, showing the title canines walking on a park sidewalk during the iconic ‘Bella Notte’ sequence. In his distinctive style, Earle captures the nighttime scene with a charming sense of secrecy and isolation, centrally placing the dogs to emphasize their growing bond amid a jealous crowd of large trees and ferns. True to the film, Earle adds a touch of humor with the placement of a ‘Wet Cement’ sign and the telltale paw prints left by Lady and Tramp, who then stop at a fresh heart symbol—likewise recently made by a passing couple—before adding to it marks of their own. In the movie, the heart is engraved with ‘JM’ and ‘EB,’ which many believe are the initials for Lady’s owners, Jim and Elizabeth Brown. Accomplished in tempera on 21 x 9 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in silver graphite by Earle. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
panorama concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle from Lady and the Tramp, showing the title canines in a romantic park scene as part of the ‘Bella Notte’ night. With his expert use of color and space, Earle fills the scene magically, making the night come alive above and around the small silhouettes that embrace at the lake’s edge. Gentle light works wonders here, as multicolored lanterns hang dreamily from branches, windows from a house across the water cast their glow, and, like a spotlight on high, the moon sits solemnly between canopies, its soft radiance touching everything below. Accomplished in tempera on 15.5 x 6.25 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Disney artist Eyvind Earle, who later became Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, created almost 50 miniature concept sketches for the ‘Bella Notte’ sequence and was a key contributor to the classic film. Starting Bid $500
1040. Eyvind Earle concept panorama storyboard painting of Prince Philip, Samson, and Maleficent from
Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Outstanding original concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, portraying Prince Phillip and his steed Samson charging into battle against Maleficent, soaring high above as an immense black and purple-bellied dragon. Like many of Earle’s panoramas, he sets the scene from a safe distance, keeping the observer far from harm’s way as he executes the film’s harrowing final conflict—a breathtaking collision of fire and steel, of good versus evil. Maleficent dwarfs the brave horse and knight, riding on a winding, narrow pathway that drops precipitously to either side, as the great winged reptile shoots towards them a stream of bright, wicked flame. The intensity of the action Earle has no doubt mastered, however, nor has he denied us a truly terrible vista, one sparse yet volatile, dominated by a hazy castled backdrop and alive with its cast of jagged rocks and frenzied vines that seem intent on stopping the progress of our heroes. Accomplished in tempera on 24 x 9 artist’s board, with Earle signing in black paint in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with tack holes to the corners. Disney artist Eyvind Earle was Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, and Disney gave him a significant amount of freedom in designing the settings and selecting colors for the film. Earle also painted the majority of the backgrounds himself, and his stylistic influence is readily apparent in the final product. Starting Bid $1000
Action-packed large production cel from Sleeping Beauty atop an intricate Eyvind Earle background
1041. Eyvind Earle pan production background and Prince Phillip and Samson production cel and from
Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel and panorama production background featuring Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping Beauty, showing the prince atop his trusty steed, charging ahead through clusters of thorny vines with the ‘Sword of Truth’ and ‘Shield of Virtue’ in his battle against the evil Maleficent. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background attributed to Eyvind Earle. The large character image measures 11.25 x 9.25, with a mat opening of 22.5 x 9.75. Matted to an overall size of 27 x 14.25. In fine condition. Disney artist Eyvind Earle was Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, and Disney gave him a significant amount of freedom in designing the settings and selecting colors for the film. His stylistic influence is readily apparent throughout this feature film referred to by Walt Disney as the ‘height of color.’ A magnificent, visually striking piece. Starting Bid $1000
Wonderful Eyvind Earle concept painting of Sleeping Beauty’s hilltop castle
1042. Eyvind Earle storyboard painting from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Magnificent original
concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, in which the film’s iconic castle is seen from the perspective of a distant observer emerging from a forest. Tree trunks thick and thin dominate the darker foreground, and the shining white castle appears almost floating on the distant hilltop against a pink sky. Accomplished in gouache on 12.5 x 6 artist’s board, and signed in the lower right corner in purple paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A stylish, detailed fairy tale painting by Earle with his trademark flora and marvelous use of space and color. Starting Bid $500
1043. Looney Tunes original panorama drawing by Virgil Ross. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1990s) Original
super-pan drawing by Virgil Ross featuring classic Looney Tunes characters Yosemite Sam, Michigan J. Frog, Speedy Gonzales, Elmer Fudd, Wile E. Coyote, Porky Pig, Henry Hawk, Daffy Duck, Foghorn Leghorn, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, Taz, Granny, Sylvester and son, Marvin the Martian, Gossamer, and Bugs Bunny. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 23.5 x 10.5 animation paper, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Virgil Ross.” In fine condition. This one-of-a-kind drawing was done to be sold in the Warner Brothers Studio stores in the 1990s—this elaborate example is an especially rare large size. Starting Bid $200
1044. Grinch and Max original drawing by Tom Ray.
Original circa 1990 drawing by Tom Ray featuring Grinch and Max from How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, captioned and signed along the bottom, “’I must stop Christmas from coming, but how?,’ Tom Ray.” Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12.5 x 10.5 animation paper. Image measures 6.5 x 9. Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 21 x 19. In fine condition. Tom Ray was Chuck Jones’s assistant and one of the key animators of the 1966 classic Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Starting Bid $200
1049. Schroeder and Lucy production cels from
a Peanuts cartoon. (Bill Melendez Productions, circa 1970s) Original production cel of Lucy Van Pelt dusting off Schroeder’s beloved piano from a Peanuts cartoon, showing him growing angry as she enthusiastically works. The cel is placed on a blue background. Total image measures 4.75 x 3, with a mat opening of 11 x 9. Framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 14.5. In fine condition. A sought-after pair of Peanuts characters. Starting Bid $300
1050. Lucy production cel from a Peanuts cartoon.
(Bill Melendez Productions, circa 1970s) Original production cel of Lucy Van Pelt at bat from a Peanuts cartoon, showing her grimacing as the baseball speeds towards her. The cel is placed on a pink background. Character image measures 2.5 x 2.75, with a mat opening of 11 x 9. Framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 14.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1051. Charles Schulz Signed Book
with Sketch. Signed book: Who Was That Dog I Saw You With, Charlie Brown? Third impression. London: Coronet Books, 1975. Paperback, 4.5 x 7. Signed and inscribed on the inside front cover in black felt tip, “For Peter with friendship, Charles M. Schulz,” who adds a wonderful full-length sketch of Snoopy seated in grass. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Usher, the son of the original recipient. Starting Bid $200
