"Society Dog Show" Original Production Used Animation Drawing of Pluto (Walt Disney, 1939).
This fantastic original production drawing from Society Dog Show (1939) capture Pluto in a charming early moment from this classic Disney short. Released on February 3, 1939, and directed by Bill Roberts, this film features one of the most thrilling climaxes in Disney animation history. After Pluto is kicked out of the fancy dog show for his uncouth behavior, he finds himself in the position of a hero, forced to rescue Fifi the Peke from a burning building. Seen around the 1:50 timestamp, this sequence shows Mickey polishing Pluto as they prepare for judging. Both character is illustrated in graphite and color pencil on 12-field, 5-peghole animation paper. With age-related toning and edge wear from production use, this vintage drawing remain in good condition, a true collectible for classic Disney animation fans!
The paper used by Disney studios in the 1920s-1930s contains a distinctive watermark, visible in one of the photos, which further attests to its authenticity.
