Oh, Boy! Mickey Mouse Memorabilia Value Factor & Real Auction Prices
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Where Did Mickey Mouse Originate From?
Mickey Mouse was created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks in 1928 after losing the rights to the character Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Mickey first publicly debuted in the animated short Steamboat Willie and other early appearances include The Karnival Kid and Mickey’s Pal Pluto. His birthday was later designated as November 18, the release date of Steamboat Willie. As the face of Disney and one of the most recognizable characters across the globe, he’s had television shows including The Mickey Mouse Club, a newspaper comic strip, and numerous movies.
Some Disney Mickey Mouse Memorabilia We’ve Sold:
Mickey Mouse Sketch and Autograph — Sold for $17,500
We sold a Walt Disney autograph coupled with a hand-drawn sketch of Mickey Mouse on an album page for $17,500. This item, dated June 16 1935, originates from Mickey’s very early days as he had been introduced only seven years earlier.
Mickey Mouse Sketch and Inscription — Sold for $14,174
We sold a Walt Disney pencil sketch of Mickey Mouse paired with an autograph and inscription to John Adrian for $14,174. The autograph and inscription are part of a display that includes of photos of Walt Disney and other studio artists along with their autographs + sketches.
Mickey Mouse Cel From Fantasia — Sold for $11,000
Disney’s animated feature film, Fantasia, premiered in 1940 and features a several segments set to classical music performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra. The movie’s concept was to bring classical music to more people using animation. We sold a Mickey Mouse cel from the “Magic Brooms” segment in Fantasia for $11,000.
Learn about some of the other original Disney animation cels we’ve sold.
Signed Mickey Mouse Print — Sold for $7,753
We realized $7,753 for a Walt Disney signed dye transfer print of Mickey Mouse from his 25th anniversary. Framed and matted print measures 14.5 x 15.75 inches. Disney’s signature is done in red crayon on lower right of mat and measures about 5.5 x 2.5 inches.
Mickey Mouse Cel From Society Dog Show — Sold for $7,422
In Disney’s early years, short films featuring Mickey Mouse and other favorites were released on a monthly or twice-monthly schedule. Society Dog Show is a short from 1939 that features Mickey Mouse taking Pluto to a fancy dog show. Pluto’s excitable personality causes him to struggle and fit in with the other dogs. Despite this, he saves the day when a fire erupts which leads him to win over the audience and take home the top prize. We sold a cel from Society Dog Show for $7,422.
Premiere Issue of the Mickey Mouse Book — Sold for $2,000
The Mickey Mouse Book premiered in 1930 and was one avenue Disney used to promote the lovable anthropomorphic mouse. This sixteen page book measures 9 x 12 inches and contains sheet music, stories and games. We sold a first printing copy of the Mickey Mouse Book premiere issue for $2,000.
Mickey Mouse Artwork, Circa Mid 1930s — Sold for $1,417
Rare, 1930’s original drawing of Mickey Mouse, likely rendered by Disney artist Tom Wood, who came to Disney Studios in 1932. Ink and watercolor artwork was drawn for Helen Hayes’ daughter Mary MacArthur, and features Mickey Mouse energetically conducting the Three Little Pigs in symphony. Lively piece is inscribed in black ink, “Best Wishes to Mary MacArthur / Mary MacArthur Mary MacArthur / Best Wishes to Mary MacArthur / Tra-La-La-La-La!” Walt Disney’s name is written at bottom right beneath Mickey’s crate, likely by Wood. Mary MacArthur sadly died from polio at the young age of 19. Undated drawing measures 8″ x 7″ with minor toning and wear to bottom edge, else near fine. From the estate of Helen Hayes. Sold for $1,417.
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FAQs
What was Mickey Mouse’s original name supposed to be?
The name “Mortimer Mouse” was originally proposed by Walt Disney, but changed to Mickey Mouse before any films were released.
Who did the original voice for Mickey Mouse?
Walt Disney did Mickey’s voice between 1928 and 1947.
How many short films does Mickey Mouse appear in?
Mickey Mouse appears in over 120 shorts between 1928 and 1953.