Illustrations and text copyright Disney/Fernand Nathan. Posted here for historical
documentation purposes only.
Additional images via Greg Philip of A Lost Film.
Additional images via Greg Philip of A Lost Film.
Saturday, May 7, 2016
1981 Fernand Nathan 'Blanche-Neige' Book
The Snow White illustrated book--released in the US by Viking Press (1979) and in Italy by Mondadori (1980)--was also published in 1981 as a French edition by Fernand Nathan (printed in Italy). 110 pages.
Friday, May 6, 2016
1980 Mondadori 'Biancaneve' Book
The 1979 Snow White book, which was issued in the US by Viking Press (previous post), was also released as an Italian edition, though with less pages. It was published in 1980 by Mondadori, Milano. It coincided with the Italian re-release of the movie that year.
Special thanks to Nunziante Valoroso for letting us know about this one.
Special thanks to Nunziante Valoroso for letting us know about this one.
Thursday, May 5, 2016
1979 Viking Press 'Snow White' Book
Originally published in 1978 as a limited edition by Circle Fine Art Press (previous post), this Snow White book was republished with additional text in 1979 by Viking Press. Over 400 original drawings, sketches, and paintings from the film are displayed throughout. Mostly b&w images with scattered color stills. Hardcover with dust jacket, 228 pages. Dimensions: 10.75" x 12.375". ISBN: 0670653810. This edition does not include the 22-karat gold leaf highlights, red slipcase or four acetate serigraphs found in the 1978 version.
Embossed dwarfs and designs on front cover.
Title page.
Table of Contents. The story is told in text and images over eight chapters, with additional notes at the end about the illustrations and the making of the film.
A few sample pages.
If there is one complaint sometimes heard about this book, it's that the individual illustrations are not specifically identified with the animators and artists who created them. Other more recent titles on the subject of Snow White artwork have shared more information in this regard. They've also offered greater numbers of color images on higher quality paper. Nonetheless, this one still delivers in its sheer quantity of drawings. It's a book that most Snow White aficionados want in their libraries.
See the Italian and French editions in upcoming posts.
Embossed dwarfs and designs on front cover.
Title page.
Table of Contents. The story is told in text and images over eight chapters, with additional notes at the end about the illustrations and the making of the film.
A few sample pages.
Illustrations and text copyright Disney/Viking Press. Posted here for historical
documentation purposes only.
If there is one complaint sometimes heard about this book, it's that the individual illustrations are not specifically identified with the animators and artists who created them. Other more recent titles on the subject of Snow White artwork have shared more information in this regard. They've also offered greater numbers of color images on higher quality paper. Nonetheless, this one still delivers in its sheer quantity of drawings. It's a book that most Snow White aficionados want in their libraries.
See the Italian and French editions in upcoming posts.
1978 Circle Fine Art Press 'Snow White' Book
This classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs book was originally published in 1978 by Circle Fine Art Press, Chicago/New York. Limited edition of 9500. Hardcover, 224 pages. Dimensions: 14" x 11". White leather cover with raised bands and 22-karat gold leaf highlights. Individually numbered. Housed in red slipcase. Includes four serigraphs printed on acetate.
They must have had copies left over from the initial publication because this same limited edition book would reappear nine years later in the Fall 1987 Walt Disney Family Gift Catalog. Retail price $299.95.
In 1979, Viking Press published a general release of the book. See it in the next post. An Italian edition was issued in 1980, followed by a French version in 1981, both with less pages.
Special thanks to Major Pepperidge of Gorillas Don't Blog for his assistance with this post.
Additional images via Heritage Auctions.
They must have had copies left over from the initial publication because this same limited edition book would reappear nine years later in the Fall 1987 Walt Disney Family Gift Catalog. Retail price $299.95.
Catalog page courtesy of the François Monferran Collection.
In 1979, Viking Press published a general release of the book. See it in the next post. An Italian edition was issued in 1980, followed by a French version in 1981, both with less pages.
Special thanks to Major Pepperidge of Gorillas Don't Blog for his assistance with this post.
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