(Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Gorgeous original concept storyboard painting featuring a weary Prince Phillip on his horse, from Sleeping Beauty. This is from the dungeon scene where Maleficent shows Prince Phillip that he will be prisoner for nearly a lifetime, then released as an old man, missing his chance for a life of love with Sleeping Beauty. Signed in the lower right by Earle. Painting, measuring 11.75 x 5.75, is framed to an overall size of 23 x 17. In fine condition. This shows Phillip on the brink of a key moment in the story-at the castle gates Prince Phillip faces a fierce battle with Maleficent, who has assumed dragon form. A positively beautiful painting that served as inspiration for Disney's animators.
