The Hidden Art of Disney’s Mid-Century Era: The 1950s and 1960s
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Didier Ghez
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 91.5 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 227
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The Hidden Art of Disney’s Mid-Century Era: The 1950s and 1960s
Explore the Hidden Art of Disney’s mid-century era in this digital PDF edition. This volume focuses on the 1950s and 1960s, when Disney artists experimented with modern design. The download is available instantly after purchase.
Written by Didier Ghez and introduced by Eric and Susan Goldberg, the book draws on rarely seen concept art and archival material.
Book Overview
This installment in the They Drew as They Pleased series profiles five influential artists: Lee Blair, Mary Blair, Tom Oreb, John Dunn, and Walt Peregoy. Their work spans films such as Cinderella, Peter Pan, Sleeping Beauty, and One Hundred and One Dalmatians. The book includes never-before-published artwork from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library and the Walt Disney Archives.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Dedicated chapters on Lee Blair, Mary Blair, Tom Oreb, John Dunn, and Walt Peregoy.
- Concept art for Cinderella, Peter Pan, Sleeping Beauty, and One Hundred and One Dalmatians.
- Background on mid-century Disney design, including television projects and theme park work.
- Stories about the artists’ motivations, frustrations, and working relationships.
- Artwork sourced from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library and the Walt Disney Archives.
Why This Book Matters
The 1950s and 1960s are often overlooked in Disney history. This volume brings attention to the artists who shaped the studio’s mid-century visual style. It preserves a record of their contributions for Disney fans, animation historians, and art lovers.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 91.5 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 227 |
| Author | Didier Ghez |
| Foreword | Eric and Susan Goldberg |
| Publisher | Chronicle Books LLC |
| Publication Year | 2018 |
| ISBN-13 (Hardcover) | 978-1-4521-6385-7 |
| ISBN-13 (ePub/Mobi) | 978-1-4521-6413-7 |
| Design | Cat Grishaver |
| Copyright | © 2018 Disney Enterprises, Inc. |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, and no physical item will be shipped. Access is available immediately after purchase. The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most reading apps.
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After purchase, the PDF download is available instantly.
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No. This is a digital edition only.
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Add this digital edition to your library and explore the artistry of Disney’s mid-century era.
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