Lot 471
Rare 1931 Adventures of Mickey Mouse (Book One) with a Lengthy Inscription About the Edition Written and Signed by Roy O. Disney. A spectacular find. A rare 1931 edition of The Adventures of Mickey Mouse, Book I printed in 1931 by the David McKay Company, Washington Square in Philadelphia. The book is in good condition, 10¢ stamp circle on cover, a faint crease to cover and tape lift on back cover and a child with a crayon felt like coloring the last three pages. But the other pages are crisp and clean. But what makes this a standout is the inscription and signature by Roy O. Disney, Walt Disney's older brother who was co-founder of the Walt Disney Company, CEO and later President. (Roy E. Disney was his son) "This is a copy of the first Mickey Mouse Book published. Text by Bob Wildhack and illustrations by Charles Phillips. Marilyn, this is a keepsake. Love & Best Wishes Roy Disney". This is remarkable because neither the writer or illustrator are credited in the book. This may be one of the few records of their names. Disney has signed in green steel point fountain pen ink. Anything from him is tough to find. A must for serious collectors of Disneyana. Estimated Value $600 - 1,000
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