Wonderful and rare limited edition set of screen-used puppet animation faces of Kubo, Monkey, and Beetle, the three main characters from the 2016 film Kubo and the Two Strings, numbered 103/275, with faces approximately measuring 3 x 2.25 (Monkey), 1.75 x 1.75 (Kubo), and 1.25 x 1.5 (Beetle). The vibrantly colored and expertly detailed faces are mounted and housed in a wooden presentation box from Laika/Focus features, with the film title handsomely engraved on the sliding lid. In very fine condition. Consignor notes that these limited edition sets, containing original and authentic screen-used character faces, were exclusively given out to press and critics. Accompanied by a Laika certificate of authenticity. Following in the grand tradition of other stop-motion animation films, Kubo and the Two Strings follows the epic adventure of Kubo as he sets out on a quest to discover the secret of his legacy, reunite his family, and fulfill his destiny as a hero. An incredible display piece from a soon-to-be classic animated film.
