Comic Art and Animation

One of the last checks Walt Disney ever signed— November 16, 1966

422. Walt Disney Signed Check. Significant personal

check, 8.5 x 2.75, filled out in type and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to Walt Disney—Special Account for $600, November 16, 1966. Impressively double-matted and framed with a portrait and portrayals of several iconic Disney characters to an overall size of 16 x 22. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Phil Sears Collectibles and a detailed 2010 letter discussing the history of the check, which was signed during his hospitalization in the weeks prior to his death. Starting Bid $300

423. Walt Disney Signature. Large and bold

vintage circa 1954 fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Jean Francois, With best wishes, Walt Disney,” on an off-white 6.5 x 4.5 album page, also signed on the reverse in ballpoint by Spencer Tracy, who adds the date of 1954. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $300

424. Charles Schulz Signed Sketch. Original vintage ball-

point sketch of Snoopy accomplished by the Peanuts creator on a yellow 5.25 x 5.5 card, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “For Mrs. Luther Jonson, Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition. Encapsulated in a Beckett authentication holder. A wonderful sketch of the iconic cartoon character. Starting Bid $200

425. Charles Schulz Signed Book with

Snoopy Sketch. Desirable signed book: Charles M. Schulz: 40 Years Life and Art. NY: Pharos Books, 1990. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.75 x 13, 173 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black felt tip, “For Sara—Charles M. Schulz,” who adds a small heart next to a wonderfully large sketch of Snoopy seated in grass. In fine condition, with some light scuffs and wear to the slipcase. Starting Bid $200