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Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Original Production Animation Cel of Shere Khan from "The Jungle Book," 1967


Original hand painted production animation cel of Shere Khan from "The Jungle Book," 1967, Walt Disney Studios; Set on a lithographic background; Size - Shere Khan: 6 1/2" x 5", Image 8 x 10"; Unframed.

To purchase this cel or to visit the Art Gallery, CLICK HERE!

"The Jungle Book," 1967 was the nineteenth animated feature film produced by Walt Disney Productions and inspired by Rudyard Kipling's book of the same name. The film was directed by Wolfgang Reitherman, it was to be the last film that was worked on by Walt Disney, as he passed away during its production. The film follows Mowgli, a feral child raised in the Indian jungle by wolves, as he encounters Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear; who try and convince him to leave the jungle before the villainous tiger Shere Khan finds him. Voice actors include: Phil Harris, Sebastian Cabot, George Sanders and Louis Prima; as well as Disney regulars such as Sterling Holloway, J. Pat O'Malley, Verna Felton, and the director's son, Bruce Reitherman, as the voice of Mowgli.

Shere Khan, a Bengal tiger, is the main antagonist in the 1967 Walt Disney film "The Jungle Book;" an adaption of writer Rudyard Kipling's series of stories. Khan was voiced by George Sanders, a veteran actor with a deep bass voice and a heavy British accent. According to Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston from "The Disney Villain":

"The perfect choice for the voice was George Sanders, the complete cynic, who added the element of boredom. With this voice, we could imagine a tiger who would kill without concern or effort. Sanders was asked if he would like a drawing of Shere Khan as a souvenir, to which he responded, "I suppose so." Asked further if he would like Walt to autograph it, he replied, "How utterly absurb. Why would I want his signature? He might want mine, I created the character."

Milt Kahl, the great veteran Disney animator, was in charge of bringing Shere Khan to life and so of course Kahl set out on a crash course in tigers. Kahl said in an interview:  I learned so much about tigers by studying them that I didn't have to rely on any life action crutch." From Disney animator Andreas Dejas about the animation of Shere Khan, "Great perspective walk, and I love the way the tiger lies down, upper body first, then the rear.  The way he moves those front feet is worth studying alone. Such great anatomy."


Original production animation cel of Shere Khan without the background.

This is a wonderful original production animation cel of the evil tiger, Shere Khan. He is shown in a three quarters portrait image with his yellow eyes open, mouth wide open with his teeth visible, and his left right paw is over his chest. It really does not get better, just a spectacular setup of the villianous tiger that is perfect for any animation art collection!

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Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Original Production Animation Cel Four Mice: Suzy, Perla, Mary and Either Bert or Mert from "Cinderella," 1950


Original hand inked and hand painted production animation cel of Four Mice: Suzy, Perla, Mary and either Bert or Mert all set on a lithographic background from "Cinderella," 1950, Walt Disney Studios; Size - Suzy, Perla, and Mary: 3 x 4 3/4", Bert or Mert: 3 1/2 x 2 1/4", Image 8 1/2 x 10 1/2"; Unframed.

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"We can do it. We can do it. We can help our Cinderelly. We can make the dress so pretty. There's nothing to it, really." - Mice

The 1950 Walt Disney feature film "Cinderella" was based on the French version of the tale by Charles Perrault, entitled "Cinderella" and written in 1698. The film was the second in the series of great Princess films developed by Disney, the first being Snow White in 1937. The character of Cinderella is usually front and center in the pantheon of Disney Princess merchandise, perhaps because she is the only Princess not to be of a noble blood line who ended up marrying a Prince and becoming royalty.

Cinderella had many mice and bird friends in the film, and named mice include Gus, Jaq, identical twins Mert and Bert, Luke, Suzie, Perla, and Mary. The mice were animated by Fred Moore, Ward Kimball, and John Lounsbery; and their animation sequences in the film many times rival the sequences revolving around Cinderella. The female mice are seen most in the scenes involving redesigning Cinderella's mother's pink dress.


Original production animation cel of Four Mice: Suzy, Perla, Mary and either Bert or Mert without the background.


Close up of the original production animation cel of Four Mice: Suzy, Perla, Mary and either Bert or Mert without the background.

This is a beautiful and extremely rare original production cel of Four of Cinderella's mice friends. The cel has the three named female mice, Suzy, Perla and Mary; and one of the mouse identical twins, Mert or Bert. A great opportunity to have four rare characters from the Walt Disney masterpiece, "Cinderella!"
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Original Production Animation Cel of Major The Horse from "Cinderella," 1950


Original hand inked and hand painted production animation cel of Major The Horse set on a lithographic background from "Cinderella," 1950, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered 5 lower right; Size - Major: 5 1/4 x 6 1/4", Image 7 1/4 x 14 1/2"; Unframed. 

To purchase this cel or to visit the Art Gallery, CLICK HERE!

The 1950 Walt Disney feature film "Cinderella" was based on the French version of the tale by Charles Perrault, entitled "Cinderella" and written in 1698. The film was the second in the series of great Princess films developed by Disney, the first being Snow White in 1937. The character of Cinderella is usually front and center in the pantheon of Disney Princess merchandise, perhaps because she is the only Princess not to be of a noble blood line who ended up marrying a Prince and becoming royalty.

Major the horse was given to Cinderella, when she was a little girl, by her father. Major along with the dog Bruno, sleeps in the Tremaine Barn. One night they are awakened, and they watch Cinderella run out into the garden wearing the pink dress that was destroyed by Anastasia and Drizella. Cinderella's Fairy Godmother appears and changes a pumpkin into a coach. Major expects to be the horse that pulls the coach, but instead the Fairy Godmother transforms him into the Coachman. At the stroke of midnight Major, like all of the Godmother's magic, ends and he is converted back into a horse. Major appears again at the end of the film, when he is the lead horse for Prince Charming's carriage that carries the Prince and Cinderella (now newlyweds) away on their honeymoon. Major was animated by Hugh Fraser, John Lounsbery, and Fred Moore.


Original production animation cel of Major The Horse without the background.

Close up of the original production animation cel of Major The Horse without the background.


Close up of the production number.

This is a wonderful cel of Major The Horse from the scene just prior to the Fairy Godmother transforming him into the Coachman, for Cinderella's carriage on the eve of the King's Ball. Cels of Major are extremely rare, and hardly ever appear on the open market. A great opportunity to have a rare character from the Walt Disney masterpiece, "Cinderella!"
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Original Production Animation Drawing of Zazu from "The Lion King," 1994


Original production animation drawing of Zazu in red and graphite pencils from "The Lion King," 1994, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered Z39 in graphite pencil lower right; Animation ladder upper right; Size - Zazu: 4 3/4 x 5 1/4", Sheet 12 1/2 x 17"; Unframed.

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"He'd make a very handsome throw rug!." - Zazu

"The Lion King," 1994 is an animated musical film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The story centers on an African kingdom of lions, and was derived from William Shakespeare's famous play "Hamlet." The film was directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff, produced by Don Hahn, with the screenplay written by Irene Mecchi, Jonathan Roberts, and Linda Woolverton. Original songs were by Elton John and Tim Rice, and the original score was written by Hans Zimmer. The film features an ensemble voice cast including: Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, Jeremy Irons, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Moira Kelly, Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Rowan Atkinson, Robert Guillaume, Madge Sinclair, Whoopi Goldberg, Cheech Marin, and Jim Cummings.


Close up of the original production animation drawing of Zazu.

Zazu is a red-billed hornbill and served as majordomo to Mufasa, Scar, and later Simba. The name "Zazu" means "(they) moved" in Hebrew. Zazu was designed by veteran Disney animator Joe Grant and animated by Ellen Woodbury, Randy Cartwright, Barry Temple, and Dan Tanaka. The famed British actor and comedian Rowan Atkinson provided the voice.


Close up of the production number.


Close up of the animation ladder.

This is a very nice and rare original production animation drawing of Zazu. He is one of the most memorable characters in the film and this is a large, full figure image. Zazu is eyes open, his wings are lifted, as are his tail feathers. A great piece of animation artwork, perfect for any collection!

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Thursday, February 1, 2018

Original Production Animation Drawing of Brudus The Centaur From "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940


Original production animation drawing of Brudus The Centaur in red, green, and graphite pencils numbered 115 lower right, and used during the production of "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940, Walt Disney Studios; Size - Brudus: 7 1/4 x 4 3/4", Sheet 12 1/2 x 15 1/2"; Unframed.

To purchase this drawing or to visit the Art Gallery, CLICK HERE!

"The Pastoral Symphony" segment from Walt Disney's full length feature film "Fantasia," 1940 uses the 6th symphony in F, Op.68 by Ludwig van Beethoven as it's soundtrack. The symphony that Beethoven named "The Pastoral," is said to be one of the few pieces of music he ever wrote that tells a definite story. Beethoven was a great nature lover, and with this symphony he paints a musical picture of a day in the countryside. However, Walt Disney has taken Beethoven's musical score and set it as a backdrop to a fantastical mythological environment.


Close up of the Brudus The Centaur drawing.

Disney's "The Pastoral Symphony" segment of "Fantasia" utilized expert color styling in order to depict a mythical ancient Greek world of centaurs, pegasi, the Gods of Mount Olympus, fauns, cupids, and other legendary creatures of classical mythology. The segment, directed by Hamilton Luske, Jim Handley, and Ford Beebe; tells the story of mythological creatures gathering for a festival to honor Bacchus, the God of wine.

In the prelude to the Bacchus festival, centaurs and centaurettes begin to congregate. The centaurettes spend time bathing and grooming before the appearance of the centaurs. After a while the centaurs and centaurettes begin to pair off, including the very beautiful Melinda (a blue with blonde haired centaurette with flowers in her tail) and Brudus (a purple and blue centaur with black hair). They are also serenaded by musical instrument carrying cupids, and are soon drawn to one another. Brudus kisses Melinda and they, along with the other creatures, walk hand in hand towards a nearby temple. 


Close up of the production number.

Fred Moore, one of Walt Disney's most brilliant animators, supervised the animation of this scene. In this wonderful original production drawing of Brudus, he is standing full figure and smiling. This is a large and detailed drawing of Brutus, who is one of the main characters from this Fantasia segment. An important and beautiful drawing, that is perfect for any animation art collection!

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Original Production Animation Drawing of Nubian The Centaurette From "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940


 Original production animation drawing of Nubian The Centaurette in green and graphite pencils, production numbers lower left and numbered A4 lower right; and used during the production of "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940, Walt Disney Studios; Size - Nubian: 6 1/2 x 4", Sheet 12 1/2 x 15 1/2"; Unframed.

To purchase this drawing or to visit the Art Gallery, CLICK HERE!

"The Pastoral Symphony" segment from Walt Disney's full length feature film "Fantasia," 1940 uses the 6th symphony in F, Op.68 by Ludwig van Beethoven as it's soundtrack. The symphony that Beethoven named "The Pastoral," is said to be one of the few pieces of music he ever wrote that tells a definite story. Beethoven was a great nature lover, and with this symphony he paints a musical picture of a day in the countryside. However, Walt Disney has taken Beethoven's musical score and set it as a backdrop to a fantastical mythological environment.

Disney's "The Pastoral Symphony" segment of "Fantasia" utilized expert color styling in order to depict a mythical ancient Greek world of centaurs, pegasi, the Gods of Mount Olympus, fauns, cupids, and other legendary creatures of classical mythology. The segment, directed by Hamilton Luske, Jim Handley, and Ford Beebe; tells the story of mythological creatures gathering for a festival to honor Bacchus, the God of wine.


Close up of Nubian The Centaurette production drawing.

In the prelude to the Bacchus festival, centaurs and centaurettes begin to congregate. The centaurettes spend time bathing and grooming and are always serenaded and tended to by musical instrument carrying cupids. Soon a herd of centaurs arrive onto the scene. After a while the centaurs and centaurettes begin to pair off, and each pair moves away from the others to share a moment alone. They delight in a stolen kiss, dip their hooves into the slow running stream, lay on the grass, or play on a tree swing. Eventually they, along with the other creatures, walk towards a nearby temple.


Close up of the production stamp.


Close up of the production number.

Fred Moore, one of Walt Disney's most brilliant animators, supervised the animation of this scene. This is a extremely rare original production drawing of Nubian The Centaurette. A pair of Nubians (one carrying a jug of wine and the other carrying a fan) appear on either side of Bacchus (The God of Wine) as he enters the wine festival while riding on a small black Unicorn. Drawings of the Nubian Centaurettes are very rare. Their composition of half African female and half Zebra have resulted in their being seen as racial stereotypes; and Disney has censored their scenes for all "Fantasia" re-releases.

This is a full figure, eyes open, and large drawing of the Nubian. She is carrying a fan attached to a long pole and is accomplished in graphite and green pencils. An exceptionally detailed and rare drawing from the Walt Disney masterpiece of 1940, "Fantasia." An great and important piece of animation art history, perfect for any collection!

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Original Production Animation Drawing of Melinda The Centaurette From "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940


Original production animation drawing of Melinda The Centaurette in red, green, and graphite pencils, production numbers lower left and numbered C-63 lower right; and used during the production of "The Pastoral Symphony" sequence of "Fantasia," 1940, Walt Disney Studios; Size - Melinda: 5 3/4 x 4 3/4", Sheet 12 1/2 x 15 1/2"; Unframed.

To purchase this drawing or to visit the Art Gallery, CLICK HERE!

"The Pastoral Symphony" segment from Walt Disney's full length feature film "Fantasia," 1940 uses the 6th symphony in F, Op.68 by Ludwig van Beethoven as it's soundtrack. The symphony that Beethoven named "The Pastoral," is said to be one of the few pieces of music he ever wrote that tells a definite story. Beethoven was a great nature lover, and with this symphony he paints a musical picture of a day in the countryside. However, Walt Disney has taken Beethoven's musical score and set it as a backdrop to a fantastical mythological environment.


Close up of Melinda The Centaurette production drawing.

Disney's "The Pastoral Symphony" segment of "Fantasia" utilized expert color styling in order to depict a mythical ancient Greek world of centaurs, pegasi, the Gods of Mount Olympus, fauns, cupids, and other legendary creatures of classical mythology. The segment, directed by Hamilton Luske, Jim Handley, and Ford Beebe; tells the story of mythological creatures gathering for a festival to honor Bacchus, the God of wine.

In the prelude to the Bacchus festival, centaurs and centaurettes begin to congregate. The centaurettes spend time bathing and grooming and are always serenaded and tended to by musical instrument carrying cupids. Soon a herd of centaurs arrive onto the scene. After a while the centaurs and centaurettes begin to pair off, and each pair moves away from the others to share a moment alone. They delight in a stolen kiss, dip their hooves into the slow running stream, lay on the grass, or play on a tree swing. Eventually they, along with the other creatures, walk towards a nearby temple.


Close up of the production number.

Fred Moore, one of Walt Disney's most brilliant animators, supervised the animation of this scene. In this wonderful original production drawing of Melinda The Centaurette, drawn with graphite as well as red and green pencils, she is standing full figure with her head tilted down, eyes closed, and her arms are folded behind her. She has bows in her hair and strung flowers around her chest and waist. This is a large and detailed drawing of Melinda, who is one of the main characters from this Fantasia segment. An important and beautiful drawing, that is perfect for any animation art collection!

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