The Art of Walt Disney: From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdoms by Christopher Finch, 1973 Collector’s Edition with Printed Acetate Dust Jacket

A striking original 1973 collector’s edition with its original printed dust jacket and the distinctive mounted Mickey Mouse image on front cover. The edition presents an extensive illustrated history of Walt Disney and the studio’s creative work, from the early Mickey Mouse and Silly Symphonies cartoons through feature animation, live-action films, and the Disney theme parks. Christopher Finch’s chapters include sections on Snow White, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, Bambi, Mary Poppins, and the Magic Kingdoms, with a special essay by Peter Blake.

This large-format volume is richly illustrated with color and black-and-white artwork, photographs, story sketches, and numerous fold-out pages that open to reveal larger images. Published by Harry N. Abrams in 1973; 458 pages. Measures approximately 13½” x 10¾”.

In very good condition, with crisp, clean pages and a Mylar protective cover over the binding. There is slight discoloration along the spine edges, extending about ¼”.

A striking volume for Disney enthusiasts and collectors of animation and film history.