April 2013 Auction Ends Tuesday, April 2nd, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/2/2013
Rare, 1930's original drawing of Mickey Mouse, likely rendered by Disney artist Tom Wood, who came to Disney Studios in 1932. Ink and watercolor artwork was drawn for Helen Hayes' daughter Mary MacArthur, and features Mickey Mouse energetically conducting the Three Little Pigs in symphony. Lively piece is inscribed in black ink, ''Best Wishes to Mary MacArthur / Mary MacArthur Mary MacArthur / Best Wishes to Mary MacArthur / Tra-La-La-La-La!'' Walt Disney's name is written at bottom right beneath Mickey's crate, likely by Wood. Mary MacArthur sadly died from polio at the young age of 19. Undated drawing measures 8'' x 7'' with minor toning and wear to bottom edge, else near fine. From the estate of Helen Hayes.
Original Disney Artwork Featuring Mickey Mouse, Circa Mid- 1930's
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