Disney Mary Blair  Cinderella Castle Concept Painting rare art animation film

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Mary Blair Cinderella King's Castle Concept Painting (Walt Disney, 1950). This is a remarkable original rendered masterfully in gouache on board of the King's Castle as seen in Cinderella, from the unmistakable hand of the great Mary Blair (1911 - 1978). A stunning image of the iconic castle with approaching carriage, this painting puts the viewer in the context of the celebrated film. Exemplary of the best Mary Blair has to offer in terms of color, composition and narrative, this piece showcases a fearless combination in top Mary Blair fashion.
Ms. Blair was one of Walt Disney's favorite artist, he actually hung one of her paintings in his office. The detail in this artwork is astonishing as always, a true gem. Of her unique and adept sense of color, Disney Legend Inductee and one of Disney's "Nine Old Men" Marc Davis said, "[Mary Blair] was the most amazing colorist of all time. I don't think even Matisse could hold a candle to her -- and I mean that very sincerely. She could put colors together and they would just sing."
In the book Magic, Color, Flair: The World of Mary Blair by John Canemaker, he writes, "After suffering difficult postwar years (1945-50), the Disney Studio came roaring back with three blockbuster feature-length cartoons destined to become classics. Mary Blair played a significant role in each film as a designer and especially as a Colorist."
Stunning color palette, painted on board measuring 9.25" x 9.25". A Disney Castle attributed to Mary Blair is a real find, and this is without a doubt a rare and beautiful piece of Disney art history. Pinholes in the corners from its days in the Disney Studio, with minor handling wear and typical edge debris. Very Good condition and as sold by with COA from an experienced, reputable Disney art gallery.
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