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A Crumb self-portrait— “I’m not funny”
635. Robert Crumb Signed Sketch. Original ink sketch of a front-facing self-portrait by Robert Crumb, which shows the artist wearing a hat and looking a bit haggard, with speech bubble to right adding, “I’m not funny.” The sketch is accomplished in black ink on the uppermost off-white label on a four-label 4 x 6.25 sheet, which is also signed and inscribed, “To Bill Bush, obviously a man of taste!—from R. Crumb, 1987.” The second and third labels contain an ANS signed “R. Crumb,” in full: “Sorry—Don’t have time nor artistic inclination to do this other thing—even though I could always use the dough!! Thanks for the fifty bucks though!” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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640. Egyptian Melodies handpainted production master background from Silly Symphony.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1931) Rare original hand-painted black-and-white master production background from the Silly Symphonies short ‘Egyptian Melodies,’ featuring the opening of the tunnel into the Sphinx seen at the beginning of the cartoon. Accomplished in graphite, ink, and watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 heavyweight animation paper, complete with its peg holes and production numbers at the bottom. In fine condition. Early Disney black-and-white production backgrounds are very rare, especially those that remain complete with peg holes and production notations. Starting Bid $200
642. Mickey Mouse and Pig production drawing
from The Whoopee Party. (Walt Disney Studios, 1932) Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse and a female pig from The Whoopee Party, which shows Mickey taking the hand of a nervous pig partygoer. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “115” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 6.25 x 3.5. In fine condition, with a faint horizontal fold to upper section. Starting Bid $200
646. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production
drawing from The Dognapper. (Walt Disney Studios,
1934) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck from The Dognapper, showing them coming out from behind their motorcycle. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “5” in the lower corner. Image measures 4 x 2.5. In fine condition, with trivial edgewear. The Dognapper was Donald’s third short and was the first adventure story to feature both Mickey and Donald. Starting Bid $200
645. Donald Duck production drawing from The Do-
gnapper. (Walt Disney Studios, 1934) Original production drawing featuring Donald Duck from The Dognapper, depicting Donald wearing his policeman uniform in a full-length profile pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “H 10” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3 x 3. In fine condition, with trivial creasing. The Dognapper was Donald’s third short and was the first adventure story to feature both Mickey and Donald. Starting Bid $200
654. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Mick-
ey’s Rival. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production drawing featuring Mickey from Mickey’s Rival, showing him in a frustrated full-length pose just moments after smashing a teacup on the ground. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “74” in the lower right corner. Total image area measures 7 x 6.25. In fine condition, with a paperclip impression and a short tear to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
655. Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mick-
ey’s Rival. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production drawing of Minnie Mouse from Mickey’s Rival, which depicts the cute mouse with a flower in her hat seated in a full-length pose; in the short, Minnie is torn between the affections of her boyfriend Mickey and her old friend, and Mickey’s well-to-do nemesis, Mortimer. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “95A” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 4. In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
687. Laurel and Hardy production storyboard draw-
Studios, 1938) Original production storyboard drawing of Laurel and Hardy from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood, showing the comedic duo during the ‘Simple Simon Goes the Pie Man’ segment. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on a slightly trimmed 8.25 x 6.5 sheet marked “13” in the lower right corner. Total image measures 7.25 x 5.25. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200
688. Martha Raye and Joe E. Brown production drawings from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1938) Original production drawings of Martha Raye and Joe E. Brown from the closing musical sequence in Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. Both are accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on an off-white 12 x 10 sheets of animation paper respectively marked “11” and “116” in the lower right corners. The images measure 2 x 4.25 (Martha) and 2.5 x 4.75 (Joe). In overall fine condition. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200
689. Harpo Marx production drawing from Mother
Goose Goes Hollywood. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938) Original production drawing featuring Harpo Marx from the Old King Cole segment from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood, showing the silent comedian playing the violin in a large frontfacing pose. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “212” in the lower right corner. Image measures 5.5 x 6.5. In fine condition, with trivial edgewear. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200
690. Donald Duck production drawing from Polar
Trappers. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938) Original production drawing of Donald Duck from Polar Trappers, which shows the duck wearing a tuxedo and holding a flute in a great full-length; pretending to be a penguin, Donald uses the flute to lure the penguins, which he views as a food source, by playing the instrumental piece ‘March of the Toys,’ from the operetta Babes in Toyland. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “74” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 4.75. In fine condition, with trivial light wrinkling to the right side. Polar Trappers is the first cartoon where Donald Duck and Goofy appear without Mickey Mouse. Starting Bid $200
692. Donald Duck production drawing from The
Autograph Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production drawing of Donald Duck from The Autograph Hound, which shows the duck seated in an amusing full-length pose. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “941” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 5. In fine condition, with a few trivial wrinkles. This is the first cartoon where Donald Duck is featured in his blue sailor hat. Starting Bid $200
693. Mickey Mouse and Pluto production drawing
from Society Dog Show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse and Pluto from Society Dog Show, which shows Pluto lying down next to his very upset owner. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “30 R” in the lower right corner. Full character image measures 6.25 x 4.25. In fine condition. The cartoon is notable in that it was the last appearance of Mickey’s older character design. Starting Bid $200
707. Frank Follmer panoramic concept story drawing of Naiads from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original panoramic concept drawing by Frank Follmer for Fantasia, featuring eight Naiads bathing in a scene that was later omitted from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of the film. Accomplished in graphite on 18 x 12 artist’s paper, signed in the lower right in pencil, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial marks. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from Walt Disney Archives regarding Follmer’s participation with the company. 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
724. Donald Duck production drawing from Truant
Officer Donald. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original production drawing of Donald Duck from Truant Officer Donald, which shows Donald in a large full-figure pose holding a piece of wood. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, with lower right corner marked “49.” Image measures 4.25 x 5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
727. Donald Duck production drawing from Donald’s
Gold Mine. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production drawing of Donald Duck from Donald’s Gold Mine, which shows the mining duck in a walking pose, his rear-end clumpy from a large batch of ore he accidentally swallowed. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 13.75 x 10 animation paper marked “1” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4.5 x 3.75. In very good to fine condition, with noticeable wear to edges, which could be matted out if so desired. Starting Bid $200
643. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Mellerdrammer. (Walt Disney Studios,
1933) Original production drawing of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Mickey’s Mellerdrammer, showing them together during their stage production of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 9.25 animation paper marked “76” and “Scene 11” along the lower border. Total character image measures 7 x 4. Matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 13.25. In fine condition. Today, Mickey’s Mellerdrammer is considered controversial as it is essentially a take-off on a minstrel show, and Mickey—as seen here—is dressed in blackface. Starting Bid $200
644. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing
from Ye Olden Days. (Walt Disney Studios, 1933) Original production drawing of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Ye Olden Days, showing the two happy mice seated next to each other. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “65” in the lower right corner. Full character image measures 3 x 3. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
647. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production drawing from Mickey’s Service Station. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1935) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck from Mickey’s Service Station, showing the two classic characters sneaking away. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “242” in the lower corner. The Mickey image measures 3.5 x 3.25, and Donald measures 3.5 x 3. In fine condition. Mickey’s Service Station introduced Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy as a comedy trio, which would soon become a popular formula for Disney films. Starting Bid $200
648. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete large production panorama layout drawing
from Mickey’s Service Station. (Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Original large production panorama layout drawing featuring Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete from Mickey’s Service Station, replete with production markings and notations. The detailed layout drawing shows the movements of the cartoon’s stars amidst the setting of the automobile service station. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on a 30 x 9 sheet, stamped with “Walt Disney Prod.” in the lower right corner. In very good to fine condition, with three vertical folds, tape stains to top edge, and a few nicks and tears to edges. Starting Bid $200
649. Mickey Mouse production drawing from On
Ice. (Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from On Ice, which shows the ice-skating character gracefully leaping from an ice floe in an attempt to impress Minnie. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 7.75 animation paper, which is marked “169” in the lower right corner. Total image measures 7.5 x 6. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. A great image from a classic Disney cartoon, and one of Mickey’s first in color. Starting Bid $200
653. T. Hee concept production drawing of Clark
1936) Original concept production drawing by Disney animator Thornton Hee of Clark Gable from Mickey’s Polo Team, depicting the giant-eared actor as one of the short’s many celebrity spectators, which also included stars like Shirley Temple, Charles Laughton, Eddie Cantor, W. C. Fields, Harold Lloyd, and Greta Garbo. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.75 animation paper by Hee, who has signed below, “T. Hee.” Character image measures 7 x 4.75. In fine condition, with trivial creases to upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
Cousin. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Seven original semi-sequential production drawings featuring Abner from The Country Cousin, showing him drunk after imbibing too much champagne. In this humorous sequence, Abner is shown on his hands and knees, looking woozy, with his hat popping off of his head. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked in the lower right with numbers: 6, 8 9, 10, 11, 16B, and 17. Images measure from 2.5 x 4 to 3 x 6.25. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Cousin. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Seven original semi-sequential production drawings featuring Abner from The Country Cousin, showing him drunk after imbibing too much champagne. In this humorous sequence, Abner looks woozy and his hat pops off of his head before landing over his eyes. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked in the lower right with numbers: 19.5, 20, 22, 25, 27, 30, and 31. Images measure from 3.5 x 4 to 3.25 x 7. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
656. Frank Follmer original gag drawing of Disney
characters. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Terrific original gag drawing featuring numerous iconic Disney characters by Frank Follmer, centering around a boxing match between Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, with the bout’s various spectators—Minnie Mouse, Pinocchio, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and six of Snow White’s dwarfs—engaged in drinking, smoking, and in varying degrees of solicitation. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “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. Starting Bid $200
657. Frank Follmer preliminary model sheet draw-
ing of Donald Duck. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original preliminary model sheet drawing of Donald Duck by Frank Follmer, which shows 11 different images of the classic Disney character. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 14.75 x 10 artist paper, which is signed with his initials in the lower right, “F. F.” Follmer adds various notes to the images, such as “The lower bill does all the moving—the upper one moves only with the head” and “Pear-shaped body is easier to handle for smooth action.” In fine condition, with a short tear to the right edge. Starting Bid $200
659. Little Hiawatha and grasshopper production cels and handpainted background from Little
Hiawatha. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels featuring Little Hiawatha and a grasshopper from Little Hiawatha, showing the cute little Native American holding his bow as his pants fall down. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted production background from the same film, as prepared by the Disney Art Props department. The Little Hiawatha image measures 3 x 4 and the grasshopper measures 2 x .75, with a mat opening of 11.25 x 8.5. Framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 19.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
Sought after-color Mickey cel from 1937, placed on a background from Little Hiawatha
660. Mickey Mouse production cel and hand-painted background from Lonesome Ghosts/Little Hiawatha. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Mickey Mouse holding a shotgun and wearing a hunting cap from Lonesome Ghosts, placed on a hand-painted watercolor production background from Little Hiawatha. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 8.75 x 7.75. Framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 16.25. In fine condition. A unique and desirable set-up, combining production art from two separate classic Disney shorts. Starting Bid $500
661. Frank Follmer preliminary model sheet
drawing of Pluto. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original preliminary model sheet drawing of Pluto by Frank Follmer, which shows 11 different images of the Mickey Mouse’s beloved pet dog. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 10 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “Frank Follmer,” who adds various notes to the images, such as “Eyebrows extend beyond line of head” and “His tail is thicker at the base.” In fine condition, with a few short tears to the right edge. Starting Bid $200
Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Excellent original production drawing of Sleepy, Happy, Sneezy, Bashful, and Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the ornery dwarf being carried to a water basin during the film’s memorable washing sequence. Accomplished in graphite on 10 x 9 animation paper marked “H-7” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 7 x 7.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 16.5; frame backing bears a certificate of authenticity from the Toon Publishing Group. In fine condition. An appealing five-dwarf drawing with superb action and detail. Starting Bid $200
663. Dopey, Happy, Sleepy, Grumpy, and Sneezy rough production drawing from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original rough production drawing of Dopey, Happy, Sleepy, Grumpy, and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the pint-sized miners gathering after dinner to hear Snow White sing the classic Disney song ‘Someday My Prince Will Come.’ Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 13.75 x 11.25 animation paper, with a total character image area of 12.25 x 6.5. In fine condition, with light toning and stains along the bottom. A boldly realized multi-character ‘rough’ drawing from a most memorable moment in Snow White. Starting Bid $200
664. Frank Follmer preliminary concept ‘size comparison’ model sheet drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original preliminary concept ‘size comparison’ model sheet drawing of the main characters of Snow White by Frank Follmer, which shows Snow White, the seven dwarfs, the Evil Queen, the Wicked Witch, and a variety of woodland critters. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “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. A highly displayable hand-drawn multi-character sizing guide for the iconic cast of Snow White. Starting Bid $200
665. Frank Follmer preliminary concept drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Original preliminary concept drawing of Snow White and the seven dwarfs by Frank Follmer, which shows the lead characters playing instruments during the film’s musical post-dinner sequence. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “F. 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. Starting Bid $200
667. Three bunnies and pillow production cels from
1937) Scarce original production cels of three bunnies and a pillow from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts the tired baby rabbits yawning and ready for a nap. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 5.25 x 4, with a mat opening of 7.25 x 5.5. Suede-matted to an overall size of 10.75 x 10.75, with the reverse bearing affixed labels from Walt Disney Enterprises identifying the piece as an “Original Work from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” In fine condition, with trivial instances of lifting to paint, none of which detract from the adorable, beautifully realized presentation. Starting Bid $200
Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel of Grumpy from Sleeping Beauty, depicting the ornery dwarf in a beautiful full-length pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a dotted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 3 x 4.75, with a mat opening of 4.75 x 7. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 11 x 14; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with a few trivial areas of lifting to paint, none of which detract from the wonderful presentation or fullness of color. Starting Bid $200
‘Whistle While You Work’— a trio of dwarfs from Snow White
668. Doc, Sneezy, and Happy production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Doc, Sneezy, and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the three in their iconic, full-figure whistling poses. The cel has been applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3.25 x 4 (Doc), 3.25 x 4.5 (Sneezy), and 3.5 x 4.75 (Happy), with a mat opening of 10.5 x 8.25. Newly matted in a reproduction Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 16.5 x 15; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with minor rippling to the cel. Starting Bid $500
Extremely rare Snow White concept artwork by Disney sketch artist Ferdinand Hrovath
670. Ferdinand Horvath concept drawing of Snow White and scary trees from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Extremely rare original concept drawing by Disney illustrator Ferdinand Horvath for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the spooked Snow White amidst scary trees in the dark forest. Accomplished in graphite on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 11.25. In fine condition. Ferdinand Horvath worked as an inspirational sketch artist at the Disney studio from 1933 to 1937, and is perhaps best remembered for his uncredited work for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Starting Bid $500
Magnificent master set-up from Snow White, showing two dwarfs inside their charming cottage
669. Bashful and Happy production cel and master production background from Snow White and the
Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels and master production background featuring Bashful and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two dwarfs whistling inside their forest cottage. The beautifully rendered background shows the cottage’s wooden floor planks, an ornate turned post, and a jug with cover askew. The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an original hand-painted master background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 2.5 x 5 (Bashful) and 3.25 x 5.25 (Happy), with a mat opening of 12 x 8.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 13.5. In fine condition. A stunning and well-preserved piece from Disney’s pioneering first animated feature. Starting Bid $1000
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production layout drawing featuring the Wicked Witch and a boulder from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing her movement on the cliff during the storm. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on three sheets of animation paper, taped together to an overall size of 12 x 10, marked “42” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with one tiny edge tear. Starting Bid $200
672. Snow White and the Huntsman’s shadow concept layout drawing from Snow White and the
Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original concept layout drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, featuring Snow White crouching in fear with the shadow of the Huntsman—a raised dagger in hand—ominously shown on the right side. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. Total image measures 11 x 8.5. In fine condition. A detailed and desirable layout drawing from Disney’s first animated feature. Starting Bid $200
673. Happy and Dopey concept storyboard drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Original concept storyboard drawing featuring Happy and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “Sc. 31” and “5” at the top, and stamped and embossed a Walt Disney Productions copyright notices as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total image measures 6.5 x 5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
674. Wicked Witch rough production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios,
1937) Original rough production drawing featuring the Wicked Witch from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing her pointing her evil forefinger into the air. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “726” in the lower corner. Image measures 5 x 9. In fine condition, with a block of uniform toning from prior display. A great full-figure pose of this classic Disney villain. Starting Bid $200
675. Sleepy production cel from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him playing a fish flute during the dwarfs’ yodel song sequence. Image measures 6.5 x 4.25, with overall dimensions of 12 x 9.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
676. Doc production cel from Snow White and the
Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Doc from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him getting ready to box. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4.25 x 4.75, with a mat opening of 4.75 x 6.25. Matted to 9.5 x 12.5. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries labels on the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with dampstaining to the mat Starting Bid $200
677. Dopey, Doc, Sleepy, Bashful, and Happy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven
Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel set-up of five dwarfs from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Dopey, Doc, Sleepy, Bashful, and Happy laughing under the glow of a nail-hung lantern. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Dwarf images range in size from 4 x 3.5 (Dopey) to 5 x 4.5 (Sleepy and Bashful) with a mat opening of 11.25 x 8.75. Triple-matted to an overall size of 17.25 x 14.75. In fine condition, with the right edge cel no longer under mat. A cheerful and sought-after depiction of Snow White’s beloved dwarfs. Starting Bid $500
Appealing Courvoisier set-up of a dwarf cleaning crew
Studios, 1937) Original production cel setup of Doc, Happy, and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting Doc holding a long pole topped with a water can, Happy kneeling with a brush and bar of soap, and Dopey poised for an overdue scrubbing. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 8.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7.75. Matted to an overall size of 14.5 x 13; reverse bears two Walt Disney Enterprises labels, one that states: “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios.” In fine condition, with trivial instances of lifting to paint, uniform toning, and portions of the cels slightly raised from the background. Starting Bid $500
Dopey and Happy cels with a key master background of Snow White’s bed
679. Dopey and Happy production key master background set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original key master background set-up of Dopey and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two lovable dwarfs beside the bed of Snow White. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted matching background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 4 x 3.5 (Happy) and 2.25 x 4 (Dopey), with a mat opening of 10.75 x 8.5. Archivally framed to an overall size of 23.5 x 21.5. In fine condition. A simply fabulous Courvoisier set-up. Starting Bid $500
Quintet of Snow White’s dwarfs on a Courvoisier woodgrain cel set-up
680. Bashful, Happy, Doc, Sneezy, and Sleepy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven
Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Desirable original production cel featuring Doc, Happy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting them around a wash basin that shows their reflections. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total image measures 11.5 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 8.5. The piece has the Courvoisier penciled caption and encircled Walt Disney Productions “Original WDP” stamp below mat opening. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 17. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel set-up of Bashful and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which brilliantly captures the moment when Bashful pushes a bundle of goldenrod under the sensitive nostrils of Sneezy, who soon unleashes a powerful, roomclearing sneeze in one of the film’s most humorous sequences. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 4 x 4.25 (Bashful with goldenrod) and 2.25 x 4.5 (Sneezy), with a mat opening of 6.75 x 7. Double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 17; reverse bears a Walt Disney label stating “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios.” In fine condition, with some slight instances of paint-lifting to Bashful; some wear and chips to frame. Starting Bid $300
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels featuring a chipmunk, squirrel, and turtle from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the rodents perched upon a mushroom with the turtle on the ground below. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure from 1.5 x 1.5 to 3 x 2, with a mat opening of 7 x 6. Attractively framed to an overall size of 18 x 17. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Excellent original production cel set-up featuring Happy and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two wide-eyed dwarfs sideby-side in full-figure poses. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 4.5 x 5.75. Archivally double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 15.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Dopey clears his ears on a Snow White master background
684. Dopey production cel and master background from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Fantastic original production cel and master production background featuring Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the youngest of the dwarfs blowing on his finger in an attempt to rid water from his large ears, a classic comedic moment from the film’s memorable washing sequence. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted master production background. Image measures 6 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 7.75. This piece is also framed to an overall size of 16.25 x 12.75. In fine condition. A wonderful production setup with great action and comedic effect. Starting Bid $500
Studios, 1937) Original production cel set-up of two bluebirds and a pair of squirrels from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which shows the small birds flying over a grassy knoll with two jubilant gray and brown squirrels. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 2.75 x 2 (squirrels) and .5 x .25 (each bird), with a mat opening of 5.5 x 4.75. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 11.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
686. Goofy production cel from Boat Builders. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1938) Original production cel featuring Goofy from Boat Builders, showing him in a half-length pose with a special effects water cel overlay. The cels are placed on a color copy background. Character image measures 4 x 5.5, with overall dimensions of 13.75 x 11. In very good to fine condition, with moderate rippling to the Goofy cel. Starting Bid $200
Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production cel featuring the Ritz Brothers from The Autograph Hound, showing the screwball comedians wearing coonskin caps. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Total character image measures 7 x 7, with overall dimensions of 14.75 x 11. In fine condition. The cartoon features Donald Duck as an autograph hunter in Hollywood. Excited to encounter the Ritz Brothers on a studio lot, he asks them for their autographs. They jump on Donald and sign their group name on his buttocks. An enraged Donald throws a paint can at their heads, but it hits the face of the security guard instead. Starting Bid $200
694. Ugly Duckling production cel from The
Ugly Duckling. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production cel of the title character from the Academy Award-winning short The Ugly Duckling, depicting the small waterfowl in a full-length running pose. The cel has been applied to a colorful reproduction background. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 7 x 7. Presented with a newly reproduced Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories created with permission by Disney and measuring to an overall size of 16.5 x 15; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
696. Madame Upanova production drawing from
Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of Madame Upanova from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, which depicts the ballet-dancing ostrich in a leaping full-length pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15 x 12.25 animation paper marked “E 82” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.5 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
697. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing featuring Chernabog from Fantasia, depicting the imposing demon with arms folded and 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 “345” in the lower right corner. Image measures 7.5 x 10. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
698. Chernabog and demons production drawings
from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Magnificent original production drawings of the Chernabog and his demons from Fantasia, a pairing that expertly captures the demon lord’s frightful emergence during the film’s ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ segment: the upper drawing depicts the winged Chernabog in an immensely powerful half-length pose, and the lower drawing shows the demon horde swirling frantically below. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on animation paper, both of which are matted together to an overall size of 21 x 24.5. The Chernabog image measures 13 x 9.5, and the whirlwind of demons image measures 10.5 x 3. In overall fine condition, with some wrinkling to left side of demons. Among the very best—and most horrible—of all the Chernabog drawings that we have seen. Starting Bid $200
699. Brudus concept production drawing from
Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept production drawing featuring Brudus from Fantasia, showing the male centaur playfully peeking around a tree. Accomplished in graphite on off-white 8.5 x 6.25 animation paper. Doublematted and framed with an engraved plaque to an overall size of 17.25 x 15.5. In fine condition, with the plaque askew within the display. Starting Bid $200
700. Bacchus, Jacchus, and Satyr production
concept storyboard painting from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 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 hornblowing 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
701. Sylvia Holland concept production watercolor of Centaurettes and a slave from Fantasia. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Original concept production watercolor painting by Sylvia Holland featuring two centaurettes and a slave from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia. One centaurette is reading a “For Men Only” scroll, and the other reads one entitled “True Romances”; a slave is hard at work shoeing one of their hooves. Accomplished in watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. In fine condition. A historic piece of concept artwork for a scene that was cut from the film. Starting Bid $200
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
703. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Epic original production drawing featuring Chernabog from Fantasia’s ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence, showing the massive demon with his wings spread open. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “183” in the lower right corner. Image measures 15 x 11. In fine condition, with some tiny creasing and chipping to edges. Starting Bid $200
704. 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, riding atop the sorcerer’s magical spell book as waves crash around him. Accomplished in gouache on black 9.25 x 8.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An exciting scene from an iconic Disney film. Starting Bid $500
Amazing ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ set-up, featuring a full-bodied Mickey against an original Fantasia background
706. Mickey Mouse production cel and master background set-up from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940)
Spectacular original production cel and master production background featuring Mickey Mouse as the sorcerer’s apprentice from Fantasia, showing him in his red robe and magic hat. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from Fantasia’s ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ sequence, annotated in the lower right in pencil: “SC 48.4B, 2004, SEQ 02.0.” The reverse of the background also bears productions stamps and notations. Mickey’s image measures 4.5 x 7, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. In fine condition. An absolutely stunning, large piece from a true classic. Starting Bid $3000
705. 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, directing the broom to carry water to the basin pool. Accomplished in gouache on black 9.25 x 8.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A well-done piece of concept art from a Disney classic. Starting Bid $500
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original full 12-field production cel of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, depicting the good-hearted bug holding his umbrella and coat in an unusually upset full-length pose. The cel, which is marked “37” in the lower right corner, is placed on a giclee background from the same film. Image measures 3.25 x 3.75, with overall dimensions of 12.75 x 10.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
710. Pinocchio production cel from Pinocchio. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of the title character from Pinocchio, depicting Disney’s famous boy-puppet in a pronounced blowing motion. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 7 x 7. Applied to a woodgrain background and presented with a newly reproduced Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories created with permission by Disney and measuring to an overall size of 13 x 14; the reverse of the mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition.Starting Bid $200
Superb cel set-up of Jiminy in Geppetto’s cottage
711. Jiminy Cricket production cel and master production background from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios,
1940) Original production cel and master production background of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, which portrays the goodhearted bug dressed as a tramp and emerging from a wooden box. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an attractively rendered hand-painted background that depicts the interior of Geppetto’s cottage, replete with a wood stove, pan, and bucket. Image measures 1.5 x 3, with a mat opening of 10.25 x 7.5. Matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, with clipped bottom corners to the background. Starting Bid $500
715. Stromboli production key master background set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Origi-
nal production key master background set-up featuring Stromboli from Pinocchio, showing the villain in his caravan train car, with a puppet perched on a shelf in the background. The cel is placed on a rare hand-painted key master background from Pinocchio. Character image measures 7 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 10.25. In fine condition. This stunning setup comes from the scene in Stromboli’s wagon after Pinocchio performs in his marionette show. Thinking he is free to leave, Stromboli grows angry and locks him in a birdcage and threatens to chop him into firewood if he doesn’t perform. Despite only a short appearance in the film, Stromboli remains one of Disney’s most acclaimed villains to this day. An impressive and rare key master example. Starting Bid $500
716. Jiminy Cricket and a seagull production cel set-up from Pin-
occhio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel set-up featuring Jiminy Cricket and a seagull from Pinocchio, with a special effects cel of the ocean. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3 x 4 (Jiminy Cricket) and 3.25 x 3.25 (seagull), with a mat opening of 8.5 x 7. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 14.5 x 13.5; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with bumped corners to the mat. Starting Bid $300
Rare gag cel set-up from Pinocchio, Figaro with a plate of Cleo on a Courvoisier background
717. Figaro gag production cel set-up and hand-painted background from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Very unusual original gag production cel setup of Figaro from Pinocchio, showing Geppetto’s pet kitten wearing a handkerchief and sitting in a high chair, his arms folded in displeasure at the sight of his meal: Cleo the goldfish on a piece of toast. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a handpainted master background from a ‘Cleo and Figaro’ set-up as prepared by Disney/Courvoisier Galleries. Image measures 5 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 10.5 x 7.75. Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 19.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel set-up featuring Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing him dressed as the tramp from early in the film, humorously placing his hand on a woman’s rotund bottom. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2.75 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 8 x 6.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 17. In fine condition, with a few spots to the original Courvoisier mat. Starting Bid $300
Marvelous master set-up of Jiminy Cricket on Pleasure Island
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel and super panorama production master background featuring Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing him strolling through detritus on the ground of Pleasure Island—a broken jackknife, a baseball, an old book, some ribbons, and popcorn. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to a hand-painted master background from Pinocchio. Character image measures 2.5 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 28 x 10.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 37.5 x 20. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
occhio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel set-up featuring Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing Pinocchio looking at the conscientious cricket who is standing on a flower. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 6 x 6.75 (Pinocchio) and 2 x 1.5 (Jiminy Cricket), with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7.5 Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
721. Timothy Q. Mouse production cel from Dumbo.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original production cel of Timothy Q. Mouse from Dumbo, depicting the fearless mouse wearing his red band major outfit. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed hay and circus tent background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale; lower right of background bears a WDP stamp. Image measures 4.75 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 7 x 8. Reverse of background bears a Walt Disney Productions copyright stamp. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200 722. Dumbo production cel from Dumbo. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1941) Original production cel featuring Dumbo from Dumbo, showing the big-eared baby elephant being born in the hay at the circus. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2 x 2.5, with a mat opening of 6.5 x 7.25. Matted to an overall size of 13 x 15. Includes the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
723. Dumbo production cel from Dumbo.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original production cel featuring Dumbo from Dumbo, showing the big-eared baby elephant holding a tent pole with his trunk. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 7 x 2.25, with a mat opening of 9 x 6.75. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 14.5 x 12.5; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
1942) Original production cel featuring Bambi from Bambi, showing the beloved young deer playing on slippery ice. The cel is placed on a hand-painted custom prepared presentation background. Image measures 5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 11.25 x 9. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Original Courvoisier cel inscribed by the master animator
726. Walt Disney Signed Bambi Cel. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cels featuring Bambi and Thumper’s sisters from Bambi, showing them in a serene woodland setting, signed and inscribed on the original 18.5 x 16.5 mat in green crayon, “To H. Albert DeWit, with my best wishes, Walt Disney.” The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale (reverse does not feature the Courvoisier label); unfortunately, the cels for Bambi and the leftmost bunny have since become separated from the background, upon which much of their original cel paint remains. Character images measure 2.75 x 3.75 and 2.25 x 2.25, with a mat opening of 10.75 x 8. The mat itself is in fine condition, with toning to edges from its prior display; the cel display, however, is in good to very good condition, with the aforementioned separation of cels (which are still present), peeling to the other Bunny cels, lifting to paint, and areas of adhesive residue. A skilled hand could help restore this presentation to its past glory, which, of course, is made special by its bold Disney autograph. Starting Bid $500
728. Goofy production layout drawing from How
to Play Baseball. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production layout drawing featuring Goofy from How to Play Baseball, showing him winding up on the pitcher’s mound. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “1” in the lower corner. Character image measures 4.5 x 6.5. In fine condition, with rusty paperclip marks to the upper left. The first of Disney’s ‘How to…’ shorts starring Goofy, the cartoon was produced at the request of Samuel Goldwyn and first shown to accompany the 1942 feature film The Pride of the Yankees. Starting Bid $200
729. Pedro the mail plane production cel from Saludos
Amigos. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel of Pedro the airplane from Saludos Amigos, showing the small aircraft flying through the air with a cap and knapsack. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The character image measures 4.5 x 3.25 with a mat opening of 7 x 6.5. Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 10, with the mat bearing an “Original WDP” stamp and annotated in pencil, “‘Pedro—‘Saludos.’” In very good condition, with some lifting cel and missing paint to knapsack. Starting Bid $200
730. Hank Porter publicity artwork of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Jose Carioca for a Disney Studios distributor. (Walt
Disney Studios, circa 1945) Original publicity art by Disney artist Hank Porter of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Jose Carioca, created as an appreciatory gift and presented to South American radio station Sintonia for promoting Disney movies and songs throughout the 1940s. Accomplished in ink and white paint on untrimmed 17.25 x 12 artist paper, the piece depicts Mickey offering a large cake to ‘Miss Sintonia,’ with Goofy, Donald, and Jose capturing the moment as the production team. Porter has added a Walt Disney ‘autograph’ copyright to the lower right corner. Total image area measures 15.75 x 10. In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold, a vertical bend to left side, and wear to borders, which includes a short tear to right edge. A unique and early Disney display piece highlighted by its bold artwork and its desirable cast of classic characters. Starting Bid $200
731. Minnie Mouse and Figaro production cel from
Bath Day. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Attractive original production cel featuring Minnie Mouse and Figaro from Bath Day, which shows Mickey’s darling attempting to give Pinocchio’s beloved feline a much-needed soak. The cel is placed on a matching giclee background. Total character image measures 5.25 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 14 x 8.5. In fine condition. A particularly amusing scene from a decidedly uncommon Disney short. Starting Bid $200
732. The evil wolf production cel from Peter and
the Wolf. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Original production cel of the evil wolf from the ‘Peter and the Wolf’ segment of the musical anthology film Make Mine Music, depicting the snarling title beast in a ferocious front-facing pose. Character image measures 5.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 7 x 9.5. Triplematted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 20.25. In fine condition. A terrifically scarce and scary production cel of an uncommonly offered Disney villain. Starting Bid $200
734. Lambert production cels and key master matching production background set-up from Lambert the
Sheepish Lion. (Walt Disney Studios, 1952) Wonderful original key master background set-up from the Oscar-nominated short Lambert the Sheepish Lion, which shows the young title character looking at his reflection in a nearby pond after being bullied by his sheep siblings. The cels, which are marked “65” and “W35,” are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Images measure 3 x 2 (Lambert) and 5 x 2 (reflection), with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. The lower border to the background features several artist notes. In fine condition. An extremely rare master background set-up from a beloved Disney short—the original print of the film was given as a gift to Emperor Hirohito of Japan because it was his favorite Disney cartoon. Starting Bid $300
Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Mr. Smee from Peter Pan, showing the genial boatswain of the Jolly Roger using a quill to write on a parchment. The cel is trimmed to 6.75 x 6.25 and in fine condition, with tape remnants to top and bottom edges. Starting Bid $200
740. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Captain Hook from Peter Pan, depicting the notorious Neverland pirate and captain of the brig Jolly Roger with his beloved dual cigar-holder. The cel is marked “122” in the lower right corner. Image measures 6.5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 12 x 10. In fine condition, with staple holes to edges and a short tear to top edge. Starting Bid $200
Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Tiger Lilly from Peter Pan, showing the beautiful daughter of Neverland’s indigenous Indian Chief in a wonderful full-length dancing pose. The cel is marked “140” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4 x 8.5, with overall dimensions of 15.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. A lovely and colorful cel of an uncommon Disney character. Starting Bid $200
742. Lost Boy preliminary production model sheet
from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original preliminary production model sheet featuring a Lost Boy from Peter Pan, showing him in his fox costume in a variety of different poses. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, with an artist’s note penciled at the top: “Longer Ears—Longer Bodies.” Images range in size from 3 x 3 to 5 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Scarce Hook and Tink cel-combo against a hand-painted Neverland master backdrop
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cels and a master production background from Peter Pan, which shows Captain Hook sporting a black eye and having a conversation with Tinker Bell, who is perched atop the pirate’s deadly hook. The Tinker Bell cel has been neatly trimmed and applied to the Hook cel, which has been placed on a hand-painted master production background from the same film. The attractive background, which is marked as “2074 Sc–42, Seq. 04.0,” is depicted from onboard the brig Jolly Roger, which floats in a lagoon below a rising jungle backdrop. The Hook cel is marked “20” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 4.75 x 6.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 15. Reverse of background bears a “Property of Walt Disney Productions” stamp. In fine condition, with slight scattered marks to cel. A magnificent cel set-up that features a pair of iconic Peter Pan characters against a beautifully lush hand-painted landscape, deftly evoking the exotic danger of the mysterious Neverland. Starting Bid $500
1953) Original production cel featuring Captain Hook from Peter Pan, showing the swashbuckling pirate in a large and detailed full-figure profile pose. Image measures 7.75 x 9, with overall dimensions of 11 x 10.5. In fine condition. A great pose of Peter Pan’s nemesis, his hooked hand on full display. Starting Bid $200
Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production master background set-up of Tinker Bell and Captain Hook from Peter Pan, which shows the Neverland pirate in a huge close-up pose as he tricks the hovering fairy to reveal the secret location of Peter Pan and the Lost Boys; Tink is shown in an excellent full-length flying pose, her expression one of disdain towards the devious Jolly Roger captain. The cels are placed on a handpainted production background from the same film. The Tinker Bell and wings cels are slightly trimmed to 13.25 x 11.75, the Hook cel is marked “A11,” and the character images measure 3.5 x 2.25 (Tink) and 10.5 x 11 (Hook), with overall dimensions of 15.75 x 12.5. In fine condition, with trimmed edges to cels and background. Starting Bid $500
744. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel featuring Captain Hook from Peter Pan, showing him threateningly raising his hooked hand. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 8 x 10.25, with overall dimensions of 16.75 x 13. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
746. Peter Pan production cel from Peter Pan on
hand-painted Disney production background. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel from Peter Pan, featuring Neverland’s title character soaring through the air against a gray dusky sky. The cel is placed on a hand-painted Disney production background from the same period. Image measures 4 x 2.5, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.75. In fine condition. A great set-up featuring a Disney icon. Starting Bid $200
the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production portrait pose cel featuring Lady from Lady and the Tramp. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a solid pink background. Image measures 4.5 x 4.5, with overall dimensions of 8 x 6. The reverse bears a Disneyland Art Corner stamp and gold Walt Disney Productions label, stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
748. Lady, Tramp, Trusty, and Jock production cel
from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cel featuring Lady, Tramp, Trusty, and Jock from Lady and the Tramp, depicting the four pooches in a courtyard. The cel is placed on a color laser copy background from the same film. Images measure 3.5 x 3 (Lady), 7.25 x 4.75 (Tramp and Trusty), and 3 x 3(Jock), with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. An attractive set-up with large, full-figure images of the four memorable canines from the beloved Disney film. Starting Bid $200
the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cels and hand-painted production background from Lady and the Tramp, which shows the two dogs walking on a sidewalk in front of a fence. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background, which is initialed and annotated along the right border: “2079–SEQ. 1.1–Sc. 17.1, SA 18.1.” Character images measure 5 x 3.25 (Lady) and 4.25 x 6.75 (Tramp), with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 13.5. In very good to fine condition, with some light edge creasing to cel, and wear, a couple small tears, and adhesive remnants to background edges. Starting Bid $500
Beautiful panoramic set-up from Lady’s backyard
(Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cels and pan production background featuring Lady and Tramp from Lady and the Tramp, showing the beloved title characters walking along a white picket fence in Lady’s backyard. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Lady measures 4.5 x 3.25 and Tramp measures 5 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 17.25 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 24 x 12. In fine condition. A marvelous panorama from the classic canine love story. Starting Bid $500
Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cel and hand-painted production master background featuring Tramp from Lady and the Tramp, showing him in a fanstastic full-figure profile pose at the foot of the piano in Lady’s house. The cel is placed on a hand-painted master production background showing the piano legs. The impressive set-up has also been signed in black felt tip by animators Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston. Image measures 7 x 6.5, with overall dimensions of 15.75 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel featuring Flora from Sleeping Beauty, showing the good fairy godmother with Briar Rose’s pink dress sleeve. Image measures 7 x 6, with a mat opening of 9.25 x 6.25. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 9, with the reverse bearing a gold 1959 Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
755. Briar Rose production drawing from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original animator’s extreme production drawing featuring Briar Rose from Sleeping Beauty, showing her in a marvelous full-length pose. Accomplished by legendary animator Marc Davis in graphite on untrimmed 13.5 x 10.5 animation paper, marked “167” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
754. The Mock Prince production cel from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel featuring The Mock Prince from Sleeping Beauty, showing the enrobed owl flanked by a pair of birds. Image measures 6.2 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 9.25 x 6.25. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 9, with the reverse bearing a gold 1959 Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition, with bumped corners to the mat. Starting Bid $200
756. Maleficent production drawing from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production drawing of Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, showing the evil sorceress, her scepter in hand, in an entirely displeased halflength pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “45” in the lower right. The character image measures an impressive 5 x 8.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
757. Maleficent the dragon production drawing
from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production drawing featuring Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, portraying the sorceress as an enormous dragon. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “1” in the lower corner. Image measures 5.25 x 5.25. In fine condition, with a small tear to top edge. Starting Bid $200
tians. (Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cel featuring Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmatians, showing the cold-hearted villain in her fur coat. Image measures 5.5 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 12 x 9. Reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
758. Maleficent the dragon and Prince Phillip production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1959) Fantastic original production drawing featuring Maleficent and Prince Phillip from Sleeping Beauty, showing the imposing Maleficent in her monstrous dragon form and the tiny Prince Phillip wielding the Sword of Truth. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “A-17” in the lower corner. The Maleficent image measures 8.5 x 10, and Prince Phillip measures 1.25 x 1.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
762. Chip and Dale production cels from Disneyland.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cels featuring Chip and Dale, showing the beloved chipmunks in great full-length poses. The cels are placed on a Disney lithograph background. Images measure 2.5 x 3.5 and 3.75 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 10 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 12, with the reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label from Disneyland, stating: “This is an original hand-painted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
763. Cruella De Vil production cel and hand-painted production master background from One Hundred and One Dalmatians. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1961) Original production cel and hand-painted production master background featuring Cruella De Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians, showing her in the living room. The cel is placed on a hand-painted master production background from 101 Dalmatians. Image measures 5.75 x 9, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 12.5 In fine condition. A great master set-up. Starting Bid $300
Sword in the Stone. (Walt Disney Studios, 1963) Original production cels featuring Merlin and Sir Ector from Sword in the Stone, showing them side-by-side. The cels are placed on a Disney lithograph background. Images measure 4.5 x 7.25 (Merlin) and 6 x 7 (Sir Ector), with a mat opening of 10 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 12, with the reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label from Disneyland, stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
766. Merlin, Archimedes, and Sir Ector production
1963) Original production cels of Merlin, Archimedes, and Sir Ector from The Sword in the Stone, which depicts Merlin and his pet owl during a conversation with the large Sir Ector. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted watercolor custom-prepared background. Character images measure 6 x 7 (Merlin and Archimedes) and 5.5 x 7.5 (Ector), with overall dimensions of 18 x 14. Reverse of background bears two Walt Disney Productions labels. In fine condition, with pin holes to background borders. Starting Bid $200
767. Pirates of the Caribbean ride concept paint-
ing by Marc Davis. (Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Scarce and desirable original concept painting attributed to Marc Davis for Disneyland’s famous dark ride attraction Pirates of the Caribbean, depicting a busty female pirate with a shotgun on her shoulder and a jug of rum at her feet. Davis renders the subject in superb detail, and the artwork’s bold style and carefree temperament is in keeping with that of the long-running attraction and Disney’s blockbuster film series. Accomplished in ink and watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 16 heavyweight art paper. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
768. Pirates of the Caribbean ride concept painting by Marc Davis.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Extremely rare original concept painting attributed to Marc Davis for Disneyland’s famous dark ride attraction Pirates of the Caribbean, depicting a pair of startled crewmen as they discover a menacing pirate hunkered below a large waving ‘Jolly Roger’ flag. Davis captures the scene brilliantly, with the pirate’s bright outfit dominating the ship’s otherwise gloomy deck, a blast of color sure to surprise even the most fearless of sailors. Accomplished in watercolor on untrimmed 15 x 11.75 heavyweight art paper, with the total image measuring 14 x 11.5. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
769. O’Malley and Duchess production cels and master background from Aristocats.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1970) Original matching production cels and production background featuring Duchess and Thomas O’Malley from The Aristocats, showing the two felines romantically side-by-side against a rural backdrop. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a cover cel and placed over a hand-painted 16 field production background. Image measures 6.5 x 6.5 (Duchess and Thomas O’Malley), with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16, with reverse of mat bearing a Walt Disney Company label affirming “This is an original painting actually used in The Walt Disney Company’s The Aristocats.” In fine condition. A beautiful setup from the last film project to be approved by Disney before his death in December 1966. Starting Bid $300
771. Tod and Big Mama production cels on a preliminary background from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1981) Original production cels and preliminary production background featuring Tod and Big Mama from The Fox and the Hound, showing them in front of a wooden fence. The cels are placed on a hand-painted preliminary production background from the film. Images measure 6.75 x 5 (Tod) and 5.25 x 5.25 (Big Mama), with overall dimensions of 16 x 13. In fine condition. A great set-up of these classic woodland pals. Starting Bid $200
772. Copper production cel on a preliminary back-
ground from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1981) Original production cel and preliminary production background featuring Copper from The Fox and the Hound, showing the cute hound dog as a puppy, walking through the forest. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a hand-painted preliminary production background from the film. Image measures 3.75 x 2.75, with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
773. Tod and Copper production cel and master background from Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney Studios,
1981) Original production cel and production background featuring Tod and Copper from The Fox and the Hound, showing the unlikely friends playing together in the woods. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film, which is marked in the lower right: “Sc 89, SQ .004, 0136.” Total character image measures 10.25 x 5.25, with an overall size of 16 x 12.5. The cel is marked “67” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with staples holes to edges of cel and background. An attractive set-up featuring a large image of these classic woodland friends. Starting Bid $300
Extremely large hand-painted preliminary background for Disney’s dark fantasy, The Black Cauldron
775. The Black Cauldron hand-painted preliminary background from The Black Cauldron. (Walt Disney Stu-
dios, 1985) Extremely large original concept painting for The Black Cauldron, a dark fantasy adventure film inspired by Welsh mythology. The detailed painting shows the catacombs underneath the Horned King’s castle, complete with a gargoyle and threatening black vines in the foreground; the winding staircase glows beneath an archway in the distance. Accomplished in gouache and watercolor on 30 x 20 art board; image area measures 28 x 18. In fine condition, with some wear to corners. The Black Cauldron pioneered new ground for Disney: it was the studio’s first animated film to receive a PG rating as well as the first Disney animated film to feature computer-generated imagery. Starting Bid $200
776. Taran’s house hand-painted panorama master background from The Black Cauldron. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1985) Original hand-painted panorama master background featuring the detailed interior of Taran’s house from The Black Cauldron, showing the dining table and chair, a loaf of bread on the sill, and various barrels and Middle Age implements. The background is masterfully rendered in exquisite details, bringing out the textures of the stone-and-wood abode. Accomplished in gouache and watercolor on a 29 x 11 sheet. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 34.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. A dark fantasy adventure film inspired by Welsh mythology, The Black Cauldron pioneered new ground for Disney: it was the studio’s first animated film to receive a PG rating as well as the first Disney animated film to feature computer-generated imagery. Starting Bid $300
782. Tito, Francis, and Einstein production cel from
Oliver and Company. (Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original production cel featuring Tito the Chihuahua, Francis the Bulldog, and Einstein the Great Dane from Oliver & Company, showing the three members of Fagin’s gang together. Images measure 2.75 x 2 (Tito), 5.25 x 4.75 (Francis), and 4.25 x 7.25 (Einstein), with a mat opening of 11.75 x 8. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Loosely based on the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist, Oliver & Company was a box office success upon its release. Starting Bid $200
783. Roger Rabbit production cel from Who Framed
Roger Rabbit. (Amblin/Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original production cel featuring Roger Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit., showing him with his head resting in his hands. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 6.5 x 7.25, with overall dimensions of 12.5 x 10.5 In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Roger Rabbit. (Amblin/Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original production cel featuring Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, showing the voluptuous red-head in an attractive pose. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 4.5 x 9.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
791. Ariel production cel from The Little Mermaid
television show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1992) Original production cel of Ariel from The Little Mermaid television show, which shows the beautiful red-haired mermaid in a three-quarter-length pose. The cel is placed on a matching Disney litho background. Image measures 8 x 6.75, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 8.5. Triple-matted with an overall size of 18 x 15. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
792. Ursula and crystal ball production cels from The
1994) Original production cels of Ursula using her crystal ball in ‘A Little Evil,’ the thirty-first episode of The Little Mermaid TV series, which originally aired on November 26, 1994. The cels are placed on a matching Disney litho background. Total cel image measures 8.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Double-matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to the lower left, which is stamped below: “Show 31, Scene 82.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
793. Jack Skellington’s evil toys concept drawing from The Nightmare Before Christmas. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1993) Superb original concept drawing of Jack Skellington’s evil toys from The Nightmare Before Christmas, which depicts Scary Teddy, Jack-in-the-Box, and the bullet-ridden Toy Duck, dangerous ‘living gifts’ that Jack innocently gave to children for Christmas. Accomplished in ink on 7.5 x 10.25 artist paper. Triple-matted to an overall size of 11.75 x 15. In fine condition. A terrific conceptual display piece for some of the film’s smaller but no less memorable creations. Starting Bid $200
Nightmare Before Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Two original production storyboard drawings by Jorgen Klubien for The Nightmare Before Christmas, one of which shows Jack holding his Santa Claus hat with a forlorn expression, and the other depicts a downcast Jack offering the hat to its rightful owner, Santa Claus. Accomplished in ink and colored pencil on individual off-white 8 x 5.5 sheets, with character images measuring 7 x 5.25 and 7.5 x 4.25. In overall fine condition. Jorgen Klubien is an animation artist and writer who is best known for working on many Disney films, including The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Lion King, A Bug’s Life, Cars, and Frankenweenie. Starting Bid $200
794. Jorgen Klubien production storyboard drawing of Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare
Before Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original production storyboard drawing by Jorgen Klubien of Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas, which shows Jack holding his Santa Claus hat and yelling “Wait!!,” with an alarmed Sally pictured in the background. Accomplished in ink and colored pencil on an off-white 8 x 5.5 sheet, with the character image measuring 7.5 x 5.25. In fine condition. Jorgen Klubien is an animation artist and writer who is best known for working on many Disney films, including The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Lion King, A Bug’s Life, Cars, and Frankenweenie. Starting Bid $200
Jack Skellington as the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town
Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting featuring Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing him as the Pumpkin King in the surreal landscape of Halloween Town. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 7.25 x 8.25 artist’s board, neatly lettered “The Pumpkin King” in the lower right corner. In fine condition. A detailed, nightmarish portrayal from this classic Tim Burton stop-motion production. Starting Bid $200
Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original storyboard concept drawing of Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s animated dark fantasy The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing the happy-go-lucky ‘Pumpkin King’ in a wonderful full-length pose wearing his trademark Gothic-style tuxedo, with the border and background embellished in purple and the lower section reading in white, “Jack.” Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 6.5 x 18.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $200
Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original storyboard concept drawing of Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s animated dark fantasy The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing Jack dressed as Santa Claus as he soars away from Halloweentown and into a starry and moonlit sky aboard his custom casket-sleigh driven by three skeleton reindeer. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 11 x 9.75 artist’s board. In fine condition. An exceptionally vivid depiction of the moment Jack’s plan to organize Christmas magically takes flight. Starting Bid $200
Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting featuring Jack Skellington from Nightmare Before Christmas, showing the skeletal zombie hanging Christmas lights. The large and attractive piece is bordered by a whimsical pink line. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 15 x 8 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $200
800. Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt
Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting Boogie from Nightmare Before Christmas, showing Jack Skellington standing over a cauldron with ghosts and Oogie Boogie—the villainous bag of bugs—coming out above. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 10 x 19 artist’s board, specially trimmed with jagged edges as part of the design. Mounted on a suede backing and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 26.5. In fine condition. A large and visually impressive piece of original artwork for a classic Tom Burton movie. Starting Bid $300
Robin. (Walt Disney Studios, 1997) Original production cel of Winnie the Pooh and Tigger from Pooh’s Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin, which shows the teddy bear holding his beloved jar of honey with his stuffed tiger friend close behind. The cel is placed on a matching Disney litho background. Character images measure 4 x 5 (Pooh) and 4.75 x 5.25 (Tigger), with a mat opening of 11 x 7.75. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. Housed in its original Walt Disney Television Animation Art presentation envelope, with label to reverse marked “23-PGA-200.” In fine, still-sealed condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney Enterprises, Inc. Starting Bid $200
803. Simba and Scar production key master background set-up from The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1998) Original production key master background set-up featuring Simba, Scar, and a fallen tree from The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride, showing them walking through a desolate African landscape. The cels are placed on a marvelous hand-painted key master production background of a Serengeti sunset. Total character image measures 6.75 x 4 and the tree cel overlay measures 14 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 18.5 x 9.5 Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 28.75 x 19.75. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to upper right. In fine condition. A stunning display piece from the acclaimed direct-to-video sequel. Starting Bid $200
806. Ariel production key master background set-up from Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea. (Walt
Disney Studios, 2000) Original keymaster background set-up featuring Ariel from The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea, showing her in a beautiful lilac dress. The cel is placed on a hand-painted keymaster production background. Image measures 2.5 x 4.5, with overall dimensions of 18.75 x 11. Includes the original matching production drawing. In fine condition, with some creasing to the drawing. Accompanied by a Disney Enterprises certificate of authenticity. Starting Bid $200
804. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production cels
from Mouseworks. (Walt Disney Studios, 1999) Original production cels featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Mouseworks, showing the chivalrous Mickey opening the car door for Minnie. The cel is placed on a matching printed color background. Image measures 9.75 x 6.25, with overall dimensions of 14.25 x 11.25. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
807. Quasimodo and girl production key master background set-up from The Hunchback of Notre
Dame II. (Walt Disney Studios, 2002) Original production key master background set-up featuring Quasimodo holding a girl’s hand from The Hunchback of Notre Dame II, the directto-video sequel of the 1996 Disney film The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The cel is placed on a hand-painted key master production background. Image measures 11 x 6, with overall dimensions of 13 x 10. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Original gondola from Disneyland’s iconic Skyway, signed by Imagineer icon Bob Gurr
809. Disneyland Skyway Attraction Vehicle Yellow
#3. (Disneyland, 1965) Beginning in 1965 and until the attraction’s closure in 1994, these rectangular buckets could be seen ferrying passengers across Disneyland. With its sleek look and shape, this “Skyway” bucket is a perfect lounging area for within the home or in the backyard. This #3 vehicle, in its rich yellow paint, measures approximately 68˝ wide, 48˝ deep, and 76˝ tall. Includes an image of the actual #3 bucket in operation at Disneyland. The bucket was signed on the top ledge by Disney Imagineer great, Bob Gurr, the creator of the Skyway Bucket. A legendary amusement ride designer, Gurr designed most, if not all, of Disneyland’s original rides, including Autopia, The Haunted Mansion, the Disneyland Monorail, the Submarine Voyage, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds.
The bucket’s exterior was completely repainted and restored to its original condition by Disney in the course of the ride’s normal maintenance; it was later sold via Disney Auctions in the 1990s. In very good park-used condition, with minor wear throughout. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney. In 2018, a blue Skyway bucket set the record for the highest price ever paid for a Disneyland attraction prop when it achieved a $621,000 result. This piece will be shipped from California; the buyer is responsible for all associated costs. Starting Bid $10,000
Mary Blair
Original Mary Blair concept artwork for an Oscar-winning scene
810. Mary Blair concept painting of Uncle Remus from Song of the South. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Nice
original concept painting by Mary Blair for Song of the South, showing Uncle Remus passing by the Tar Baby on the road while singing ‘Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah.’ Inspired by a classic folktale as told by Joel Chandler Harris in his ‘Uncle Remus’ stories, Blair expertly executes the Southern scene, stylishly rendering the blooming magnolia trees and fence along the road, with the subjects silhouetted against the green-hued sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes at corners. A superb conception of an Academy Award–winning scene by one of Disney’s great artists—’Zip-a-DeeDoo-Dah’ would go on to win the Oscar for Best Original Song. Starting Bid $1000
Mary Blair’s masterful concept art of Cinderella’s late-night flight from the Prince’s castle
811. Mary Blair concept painting of Cinderella from Cinderella. (Walt Disney Studios, 1950) Fantastic original
concept painting by Mary Blair of Cinderella’s late-night flight from the Prince’s castle as she leaves her glass slipper on the castle’s steps. Finely executed in blue, greens, and blacks, the imposing castle landscape contrasts beautifully against the moonlit sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A stunningly rendered conception of an iconic scene from the hand of a Disney master. Starting Bid $1000
Rare original concept painting by Mary Blair of the chateau of Lady Tremaine, Cinderella’s wicked stepmother, showing the stately home in the French countryside. Beautifully rendered by Blair, the house boasts sharply peaked red roofs and towers, a swan lake in the front yard, and a foreboding black forest in the background. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 8.75 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A very rare subject painted by a legendary Disney artist. Starting Bid $1000
Marvelous concept painting of Alice in her garden, done by Disney master Mary Blair
Striking original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice and her cat Dinah from Alice in Wonderland, showing the instantly recognizable title character in her blue dress in the garden. The painting is expertly executed with lively foliage in the background, set against a vibrant pink-hued sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 8.75 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A cute, masterful portrayal of an iconic character. Starting Bid $1000
Alice evades the Queen of Hearts in stunning Mary Blair concept artwork
Whimsical original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice and three playing-card guards from Alice in Wonderland, showing the classic title character hiding from the evil Queen of Hearts. The characters are vividly rendered in white, red, pink, and black, and set against a desolate gray background with stormy skies. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Panoramic painting of Alice in Wonderland’s classic tea party scene
815. Mary Blair large concept painting of Alice from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Spec-
tacular original panorama concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice from Alice in Wonderland, showing the classic title character seated at the head of a long table during the classic ‘tea party’ scene. Countless teacups, saucers, mugs, and teapots of every shape, size, and color are splayed out upon the tablecloth, with blue chairs haphazardly arranged around the table. Accomplished in tempera on 18.25 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A large and dramatic piece of Blair’s original artwork for an iconic Alice in Wonderland scene. Starting Bid $1000
Peter Pan visits Neverland’s Mermaid Lagoon in a magical Mary Blair painting
816. Mary Blair concept painting of Peter Pan and mermaids from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953)
Amazing original concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan and three beautiful mermaids in Neverland’s Mermaid Lagoon. Accomplished in tempera on 10.5 x 9.5 artist’s board, the moonlit scene wonderfully portrays the four figures perched on dark rocks jutting up from the lagoon’s water. Peter Pan joyfully waves at the mermaids, and hues of blue and teal add a dreamlike quality to the magical scene. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Eyvind Earle
Mini panorama by Eyvind Earle, beautifully capturing Briar Rose’s longing glance at King Stefan’s Castle
817. Eyvind Earle concept painting of Briar Rose and castle from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959)
Wondrous original mini panorama concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, brilliantly showing Briar Rose looking back at King Stefan’s beautiful castle while out picking berries in the forest. The castle gleams in the distance, with every window and colorful spire meticulously rendered by Earle’s masterful hand. Earle’s stylish flora enhances the scene, from a thick tree trunk dominating the left half of the painting to the vertically-oriented ferns dotting the landscape. Accomplished in gouache on 13.5 x 6 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in silver paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Eyvind Earle aptly conceives the heroics of Prince Phillip and Samson at Maleficent’s castle
818. Eyvind Earle concept storyboard painting and mood study of Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original concept mini panorama storyboard painting and mood study by Eyvind Earle featuring Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping Beauty, showing them jumping the drawbridge into Maleficent’s castle to do battle. Prince Phillip, armed with the shining Sword of Truth and Shield of Virtue, wears a bright red cape but is otherwise silhouetted against the dark skies. Twisted branches and jagged rocks dominate the surrounding landscape. Accomplished in gouache on 13.75 x 6 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in white paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An action-packed painting of the brave Prince Phillip by the celebrated Disney artist. Starting Bid $1000
Oversized panoramic concept painting by Eyvind Earle of Sleeping Beauty’s spinning wheel scene
819. Eyvind Earle large concept storyboard painting of Princess Aurora and Maleficent from Sleeping
Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original large concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle featuring Princess Aurora and Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, showing Princess Aurora seated under Maleficent’s spell just before pricking her finger on the evil spinning wheel. In trademark Earle fashion, the scene is expertly realized with rich detail and vibrant color: the checkered floors, stone walls, and furniture give both texture and a distinct sense of mystery with its medley of purple, blue, and green. Princess Aurora gleams in her marvelous blue dress, and the wicked Maleficent stands at center with her accursed scepter in hand. Accomplished in gouache on 22.25 x 8.5 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in light green paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Stunning Eyvind Earle watercolor of a Paul Bunyan log drive
820. Eyvind Earle watercolor master background painting from Paul Bunyan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1958) Out-
standing original watercolor master background painting from the Oscar-nominated musical short Paul Bunyan, hand-painted by Eyvind Earle, who signs in the lower right corner in green paint, “Eyvind Earle, 1956.” This beautifully rendered scene, which measures 15.25 x 11.75, depicts a large cluster of logs floating in a river, its bank lined with pointy-tipped trees and a stack of felled timber soon to be rolled into the water for a midwestern log drive. In fine condition, with pinholes to upper corners. A magnificent, beautifully realized work achieved by a true Disney master. Starting Bid $500
Warner Brothers
838. Looney Tunes 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
839. Batman production cel from Batman: The Ani-
mated Series. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1992) Original production cel of the title character from Batman: The Animated Series, which depicts Gotham City’s caped crusader in a full-length walking pose. The cel is stapled to a laser color background of a high-tech laboratory. Image measures 2.5 x 5.25, with overall dimensions of 17 x 11. The piece has the golden Warner Bros. Production Art seal to lower right. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Clampett Studio Collections. Starting Bid $200
842. Batman production cel from Batman Beyond.
(Warner Brothers Studios, 1999) Original production cel of Batman from Batman Beyond, which depicts Terry McGinnis as the new caped crusader of Gotham City in a large closeup pose. The cel, which is marked “B2,” is stapled to a laser color background of a window, through which the Batman signal is seen in the night sky. Image measures 9.5 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 11. The piece has the golden Warner Bros. Production Art seal to upper left. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Clampett Studio Collections. Starting Bid $200
840. Batman and Mr. Freeze limited edition cel from Batman: The Animated Series. (Warner Brothers Stu-
dios, 1995) Limited edition cel of Batman and Mr. Freeze from Batman: The Animated Series, entitled ‘Heart of Ice,’ numbered 438/500, depicting the Gotham City’s caped crusader evading an icy blast from the gun of Mr. Freeze. The cels are placed against a fantastic printed background measuring 16 x 13. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 19.25. The piece has the silver Warner Bros. Animation Art seal to lower right. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. Animation Art. Starting Bid $200
841. Catwoman multi-signed limited edition cel
Studios, 1998) Limited edition cel of Catwoman from Batman: The Animated Series, entitled ‘Classic Catwoman,’ numbered 408/500, depicting the feline heroine with her pet cat Isis atop a building. The cel is signed in black felt tip by voice actress Adrienne Barbeau, and the show’s producers Bruce Timm and Paul Dini. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 18. The piece has the silver Warner Bros. Animation Art seal to lower right. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. Animation Art. A terrific limited edition cel of the perfectly elusive Selina Kyle in costume. Starting Bid $200
MGM Studios
Secret of NIMH. (Don Bluth Productions, 1990s) Original publicity drawing by John Pomeroy of Mrs. Brisby from The Secret of NIMH, showing the film’s courageous heroine in a pleasant half-length pose, signed below in pencil by Pomeroy. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 8.5 x 11 artist paper. Image measures 4.5 x 8.5. In fine condition.
In addition to working as an animator for major studios like Walt Disney Animation Studios and Sullivan Bluth Studios, Pomeroy (born 1951) also served as a producer and screenwriter on several animated feature films. He’s perhaps best remembered for his influential work with Don Bluth and Gary Goldman, a team that created classic 1980s films like The Secret of NIMH, An American Tail, and The Land Before Time, as well as the groundbreaking LaserDisc video games Dragon’s Lair and Space Ace. Starting Bid $200
Famous Studios
846. King Knife production cel and master production background from Land of the Lost. (Paramount/Famous
Studios, 1948) Original production cel and master production background featuring King Knife from Land of the Lost, showing the crowned cutlery with his sword bravely raised. The cel is placed on a marvelously detailed hand-painted master production background, showing the archway headed “Knives of Ye Square Table,” with the opening flanked by two silver teapots. Character image measures 4.25 x 6.25, with overall dimensions of 10.5 x 7.75. In fine condition. Land of the Lost was the first in a series of three Noveltoons adapted from Isabel Manning Hewson’s popular radio drama of the same name. Starting Bid $200
Walter Lantz
847. Woody Woodpecker original painting by Walter
Lantz. (Walter Lantz Studios, 1980s) Original painting featuring Woody Woodpecker by the character’s creator, Walter Lantz, showing him with an arm raised before a gorgeous mountain landscape. Accomplished in watercolor and oil on 9 x 12 art board, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Walter Lantz.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Hanna-Barbera
848. Pebbles production cel from The Flint-
stones. (Hanna-Barbera Studios, 1963) Original production cel featuring Pebbles from The Flintstones, dating to the first year she appeared on the show. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 8.25 x 6, with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 17.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
850. Mushroom forest production cel overlay and matching super-pan production background from The
Smurfs. (Hanna-Barbera Studios, 1981) Impressive original production sliding cel overlay and matching super-pan production background featuring the mushroom forest from The Smurfs. The sliding cel is a full piece of 56.5 x 10.5 celluloid, with an image of green bushes measuring 19 x 3.5 at center. It is overlaid on a lush hand-painted super-pan 62 x 10.5 background of the Smurfs’ mushroom forest, replete with flora and fungi including a huge pink mushroom, three smaller mushrooms, five white flowers, eight yellow flowers, and two thick tree trunks. Rolled and in fine condition. A huge and impressive production piece from the classic 1980s cartoon. Starting Bid $200
hand-painted cel entitled ‘The Most Effectual Top Cat,’ numbered 311/350, signed in black felt tip by animation icons Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Featuring all of Top Cat’s classic characters—Officer Dibble, Spook, The Brain, Top Cat, Benny the Ball, Choo-Choo, Fancy Fancy—the cel is placed on a matching lithograph background. Images range from 2 x 2.75 to 2.5 x 7.25, with overall dimensions of 30.5 x 11.5. The piece has the Hanna-Barbera seal on lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
edition hand-painted cel entitled ‘A New Leash on Life,’ numbered 16/500, signed in black felt tip by animation icons Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Featuring all of The Jetsons’ classic characters—Rosie the Robot, George Jetson, Elroy Jetson, Judy Jetson, Jane Jetson, Astro—the cel is placed on a matching lithograph background. Images range from 2.75 x 4.5 to 6.75 x 4, with overall dimensions of 33.5 x 11.75. The piece has the Hanna-Barbera seal on lower left. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Schulz sketches Snoopy for the singer of ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head’
856. Charles Schulz Signed Sketch in Book. Signed book: Peanuts Jubilee. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1975. Hardcover with dust jacket, 15.5 x 11.5, 222 pages. Prominently signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black felt tip to hit singer B. J. Thomas, “For B. J. with every best wish-Charles M. Schulz,” with the addition of a huge full-bodied sketch of Snoopy. In fine condition, with light scuffing and wear to the covers. Accompanied by a generic certificate of authenticity signed by Thomas’s widow, Gloria Thomas, certifying it as being from their estate. Thomas is remembered for his popular songs “Hooked on a Feeling” and “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head.” A great Snoopy sketch by Schulz with a unique association. Starting Bid $200
857. Charles Schulz Signed FDC with Original Sketches of Charlie Brown and Snoopy. FDC with a
cachet honoring the centennial of the American Kennel Club, postmarked in New York on September 7, 1984, signed in black felt tip by Charles Schulz, “Schulz,” who adds terrific sketches of Charlie Brown and his beloved pet dog Snoopy. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
