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Important 1937 Papier Mâche Head/Masks Of "The 7 Dwarfs" - A Revue For The Movie

$22,500per set
£16,902.63per set
€19,491.48per set
CA$31,221.68per set
A$34,694.18per set
CHF 18,180.12per set
MX$425,462.27per set
NOK 231,876.82per set
SEK 218,141.20per set
DKK 145,476.13per set
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About the Item

A truly spectacular and important piece of historical American film art. A group of Dwarf Masks from the 1937 Theater Land on stage revue of the new movie "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs". Walt Disney is supposed to have helped design and consulted on the production at the time of the new release of the movie. Each dwarf head form mask is painted paper mache. One dwarf is missing however, and one is duplicated- appears to be "Happy" each H. 16- ca 22", displayed on custom wood stands, all with losses to paint and age related wear, the set presenting exceptionally well.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Diameter: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 7
  • Style:
    Hollywood Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. One dwarf is missing however, and one is duplicated- appears to be "Happy".
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1242031stDibs: LU1755235427822

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