Walt Disney: The Man, the Studio, and the Parks

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Van Eaton Galleries is proud to present Walt Disney: The Man, the Studio, and the Parks. This incredible auction will be held on December 5th, Walt’s birthday, and contains over 800 rare artifacts relating to the legacy of Walt Disney. This collection spans the early years of Walt’s youth, to the success and growth of his studio, to the beloved theme parks throughout the world. Highlights of this collection include hand-drawn original artwork by Walt himself, original letters from Walt to his friends and family, rare Kem Weber designed Walt Disney Studios animation desks and furniture, early original drawings for Walt’s backyard Carolwood Pacific Railroad, and some of the earliest original drawings of what would become Disneyland, as well as Disney Parks signage, props, costumes, and much more! Additional details will be posted soon.

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Lilly Belle Locomotive Design Artwork.302 - Lilly Belle Locomotive Design Artwork.
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(Disney, 1950) This is the original mechanical design artwork for Walt Disney's backyard Lilly Belle locomotive. Titled "Walt Disney's ...
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Estimate : 20,000.00 - 25,000.00
 
 
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Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific Railroad Track Section.303 - Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific Railroad Track Section.
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(Disney, 1949-53) A large section of track from Walt Disney's personal backyard railroad, the Carolwood Pacific Railroad. Walt's fascination...
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Start Price : 12,500.00 | Estimate : 15,000.00 - 17,000.00
 
 
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Collection of (5) Walt Disney Railroad Tickets.304 - Collection of (5) Walt Disney Railroad Tickets.
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(Disney, 1950s-70s) A very rare collection of (5) tickets relating to the Disneyland Railroad and its inspiration, Walt Disney's backyard Carolw...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific Railroad Replica.305 - Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific Railroad Replica.
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(Disney, c.2000s) A stunning push-button activated replica of Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific Railroad. Created by renowned rail system designer...
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Estimate : 5,000.00 - 8,000.00
 
 
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Original "Mickey Mouse Park" Disneyland Design.306 - Original "Mickey Mouse Park" Disneyland Design.
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(Disneyland, 1953) This is an original layout design for Disneyland, from when Walt Disney first wanted to build a small park next to the Burbank stud
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Start Price : 15,000.00 | Estimate : 20,000.00 - 25,000.00
 
 
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Walt Disney Signed Letter Regarding Disneyland Attractions.307 - Walt Disney Signed Letter Regarding Disneyland Attractions.
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(Disneyland, 1959) An extremely rare signed letter by Walt Disney on Walt's personal letterhead. In this typed letter, Walt responds to Vlad Fil...
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Estimate : 8,000.00 - 10,000.00
 
 
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"The Expansion of Disneyland" Slide Show Script.308 - "The Expansion of Disneyland" Slide Show Script.
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(Disneyland, 1966) A rare Walt Disney Productions script for a slideshow on the Expansion of Disneyland presented at their February 1, 1966 Stockholde
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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WED "Report to Lessees" Special Presentation Script.309 - WED "Report to Lessees" Special Presentation Script.
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(Disneyland, 1966) A rare WED file copy script for a special presentation to current and potential corporate sponsors. Dated October 3, 1966, the 19-p
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Collection of (14) Disneyland Cast Member Materials.310 - Collection of (14) Disneyland Cast Member Materials.
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(Disneyland, c.1970s) A collection of (14) cast member materials detailing policies, amenities, and management procedures. Included are a "Your...
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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Culinary Hostess Cast Member New Hire Packet.311 - Culinary Hostess Cast Member New Hire Packet.
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(Disneyland, 1980) A rare new hire packet given to a cast member who was hired to be a Culinary Hostess at the River Belle Terrace. The packet comes w
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Walt Book of Quotes.312 - Walt Book of Quotes.
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(Disneyland, 1987) A rare book of quotes by Walt Disney paired with photos from his career. This book was created by the Walt Disney Archives, the Stu
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Cast Member Safety Booklet.313 - Cast Member Safety Booklet.
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(Disneyland, 1982) A booklet on safety awareness and emergency procedures for cast members titled, “Safety Awareness is Everyone's Respons...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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"The Walt Disney Traditions at Disneyland" Booklet.314 - "The Walt Disney Traditions at Disneyland" Booklet.
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(Disneyland, 1967) A 24-page booklet titled "The Walt Disney Traditions at Disneyland." This booklet was part of the welcome packet given ...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Disney Courtesy Policies Booklet.315 - Disney Courtesy Policies Booklet.
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(Disneyland, 1984) A booklet describing Disney's courtesy policies for cast members. The booklet covers the basics of non-verbal and verbal comm...
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Disneyland Security "Golden Duck" Award.316 - Disneyland Security "Golden Duck" Award.
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(Disneyland, 1980s) A coveted internal award named the "Golden Duck" that was offered to distinguished members of Disneyland's Securit...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Walt Disney Imagineering 1988-89 Security Badge.317 - Walt Disney Imagineering 1988-89 Security Badge.
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(Imagineering, 1988-89) A rare security identification badge for use at Walt Disney Imagineering, the division of the company responsible for designin
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Cast Member 5-Year Service Award Pin.318 - Cast Member 5-Year Service Award Pin.
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(Disneyland, c.1990s) A cast member 5-year service pin. The pin has a glass ruby stone in the center, with a gold image of Sleeping Beauty Castle on t
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Disneyland 15-Year Service Award.319 - Disneyland 15-Year Service Award.
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(Disneyland, c.1980) A rare 15-year service award given in recognition of an employee's 15th year with the Walt Disney Company. This specific st...
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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45 Year Service Award Walt & Mickey Bronze Sculpture.320 - 45 Year Service Award Walt & Mickey Bronze Sculpture.
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(Disneyland, c.1990s) A very rare bronze sculpture by renowned Disney artist and sculptor, Bill Toma. These sculptures were offered to the select few
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Disneyland Cast Member Scarf.321 - Disneyland Cast Member Scarf.
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(Disneyland, c.1980s) A Disneyland cast member scarf. The knit scarf has tassels on either end, and features a woven Disneyland label sewn onto the sc
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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