Original Production Animation Drawing of Alice from "Alice In Wonderland," 1951

Original production animation drawing of Alice and a Flamingo in graphite and blue pencils from "Alice In Wonderland," 1951, Walt Disney Studios; Animation ladder right sheet edge and numbered 97 lower right; Size - Alice & Flamingo: 8 x 6 1/4", Sheet 12 1/2 x 15 1/2"; Unframed.

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"Do you play croquet?" - Queen of Hearts
"Why, yes, your majesty." - Alice
"Then let the game begin!" - Queen of Hearts

"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" (commonly shortened to "Alice in Wonderland"), is a 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson who wrote under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. Disney reworked the story to fit with both a younger audience and a time frame suitable for an animated film (it's run time is only 75 minutes).

Kathryn Beaumont, who was born in London England, was just 10 years old when she was chosen for the voice of Alice. Walt Disney personally cast Beaumont after seeing her in the film "On an Island with You," in which the child actress had a small role. Disney was so impressed by her that she was also chosen to be the model for Alice, and would also go on to provide the voice for Wendy in "Peter Pan," 1953. Beaumont has also reprised her voice acting role as Alice in two episodes of the animated series, Disney's "House of Mouse," and as both Alice and Wendy in the video game "Kingdom Hearts." She did not retire as the voice of Alice and Wendy until 2005, when her role for these two characters was taken over by Hynden Walch.

Initial design for the character of Alice was accomplished by Mary Blair during the storyboard phase and also by Les Clark. Alice was animated by Ollie Johnston, Don Lusk, and Marc Davis who animated her for the tea party scene.

Close up of the original production animation drawing of Alice.

This is a large action oriented drawing of Alice as she tries to tame her very unruly Flamingo that is going to serve as her croquet mallet in her game with the Queen of Hearts. Alice and the Flamingo are both full figure and the Flamingo is eyes open and has a wicked smile. This is an absolutely beautiful piece of vintage Walt Disney animation art and a great addition to any animation collection!

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