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A Title Card Concept for “Birdy and the Beast.”

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia Start Price:450.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 800.00 USD
A Title Card Concept for “Birdy and the Beast.”
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(Schlesinger, 1944) An original title card concept drawing for the Merrie Melodies short “Birdy and the Beast,” directed by Bob Clampett. Although it was his second short film, this cartoon is significant for giving the previously unnamed bird the name “Tweety.” Measuring 9.5” x 12” overall, with three thumbnail sketches ranging from 1.75” x 2.25” to 4” x 5” the graphite and colored pencil drawing is in good condition with light edge wear and creasing from production use, sections of tape along the edges of the reverse, and light discoloration from age.