Signed book: The Art of Animation. First edition, first printing. NY: Simon and Schuster, 1958. Hardcover with dustjacket, 8.5 x 11.5, 180 pages. Extremely boldly signed and inscribed on the reverse of the first free end page, “To Natalie, my best wishes, Walt Disney.” Book is also signed inside in ballpoint by seven Disney animators including Dick Thomas, Stan Green, Bob Ferguson, Ray Huffine, Mac Stewart, and Charles Nichols. A gift inscription to title page, and light toning to boards. The dustjacket shows scattered wear and creasing, paper loss to top of spine, small edge tears, and flaking to the old emulsion. Disney’s bold signature measures a full 7” long! Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
