1938 "Famous Seven Dwarfs" Book, Whitman No. 944

Walt Disney's Famous Seven Dwarfs, the second book with this same title to be printed in 1938 by Whitman Publishing Company. This is a small, thin book but with cardboard covers. Illustrations are in both B+W and color. Contains 20 numbered pages. Designed for slightly older readers than the previous book--more text. Measures 10" x 11.25". Copyright Walt Disney Enterprises.

A few sample pages.

It's the film story as we know it, but it does include some extras too, like the bed building scene: Instead of going to work at the mine the next day, the dwarfs gather in the forest to figure out a gift they could make for Snow White. It was here that the forest animals raced to in order to warn them that the Old Witch was at the cottage with the princess.

The story ends with the Prince's kiss and the dwarfs rejoicing. However, the last illustration we're left with is that of Snow White still in her "sleeping death" state and the Seven kneeling at her side.

Back cover.

Whitman book No. 944.

Illustrations and text copyright Disney/Whitman Publishing Company, 1938. Posted here for historical documentation purposes only.

Special thanks to the Michael Filippello Collection for sharing these images.

1938 "Famous Seven Dwarfs" Book, Whitman No. 933

Walt Disney's Famous Seven Dwarfs is the first of two books with this same title to be printed in 1938 by Whitman Publishing Company of Racine, Wisconsin. Large linen-like covers. Thin format, just 12 pages. Full-color illustrations. Measures 12" x 13". Copyright Walt Disney Enterprises.

Whitman book No. 933.

Front inside cover and first page.

Sample pages.

Back cover.

Illustrations and text copyright Disney/Whitman Publishing Company, 1938. Posted here for historical documentation purposes only.

Special thanks to the Michael Filippello Collection for sharing these images.

2016 Disney Couture De Force - Art Deco Snow White

1920s-style Art Deco Snow White figurine, announced by Enesco in January 2016, part of the Disney Couture De Force Collection in the Disney Showcase line. Stone resin. Stands 7.87" tall. Estimated release date March 15.

Enesco Item 4053351.

Also included in the series are Ariel, Cinderella, and Rapunzel.

Stock images copyright Disney/Enesco.

1964 Souvenir Booklet from Spain

A Snow White souvenir book was issued for the 1964 Filmax re-release of Blanca Nieves y los Siete Enanitos in Spain. Contains a total of eight pages including covers. It was in this year that the Disney film was redubbed with an updated Spanish soundtrack.

Pages 2-3.

Page 4 is made up of two flaps.

Page 5 is revealed when the flaps are open.

Pages 6-7.

Back Cover.

Special thanks to Nunziante Valoroso for providing additional info and these image scans from his collection.

2016 Disney Traditions Evil Queen Figurine

"Evil Intentions"--the new Queen figurine from Jim Shore's Disney Traditions line. Announced in January, estimated availability from retailers July 1, 2016. Stone resin.

Enesco Item No. 4051990.

Stock images copyright Disney/Enesco.

2016 Snow White Shimmer Doll by Hasbro

New for 2016, the Snow White Disney Princess Royal Shimmer Doll. She "dazzles in a signature-colored, jewel-ombre gown with glitter print detailing." Includes removable bow headband and shoes. Vinyl doll, approximately 11" tall. Retail $9.99. Other princesses sold separately (11 total in the series).

Stock images copyright Disney/Hasbro.

Special thanks to Gabriella Smith for letting us know about this one.

Read a fascinating article at Bloomberg Business on how Mattel lost its lucrative Disney doll contract to Hasbro.

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JULY 2016 UPDATE:

In addition to the Shimmer doll above, Hasbro also created a Disney Princess Classic Snow White. Includes iconic dress, plus a tiara.

Item: B5282.

And coming later in July is the Disney Princess Snow White's Magical Story Skirt Doll. Comes with a water wand. Brush it on the dress and see the scene appear while wet.

Snow White Paintings of Darren Wilson

Image via Disney Parks Blog.

Artist Darren Wilson starting drawing at a young age. His strong interest in Disney lead him to work at Walt Disney World as a graphic designer. He's also created compositions for Disneyland and the Disney Cruise Line, plus a myriad of original paintings for the Art of Disney. Snow White characters have been well represented in is unique pieces.

Darren Wilson image via Attractions Magazine.

"The Seven Dwarfs" one-of-a-kind oil painting on canvas retailed for $6,000.00. Dimensions: Size: 40" x 30".

Gicleé prints were produced in 2012 at the theme parks and online at the Disney Store. They're still available today with several choices and sizes to choose from including canvas or paper, framed or unframed. Price range: $120 - $175.

Item No. 7409055330195MS.

''Princess Gathering'' Giclée also appeared at the theme parks and at the Disney Store. Same price range and choices as above.

Item No. 7409055330192MS.

''Sinister Villains'' Gicleé. Same price range and choices as above. Seen online at the Disney Store November 2015. Still available.

Item No. 7409055331881MS.

Close-up.

Stock images copyright Disney.

2017 UPDATE:

"Snow White Forest Friends" on canvas $395, paper print $39.99. Available at the US theme parks.

"Going Home" available at the US theme parks, plus online at the Disney Store (seen February 2017). Giclée on paper or canvas. Price range $120 - $175.

Disney Store Item No. 7409055332853MS.