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Auction
Description |
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Genuine Limited Edition Sericel/Serigraph with the
distinctive Seal of Authenticity stamped on the cel as pictured and
complete with certificate of authenticity. This limited edition piece
is an unnumbered serigraph cel, and has been long sold out worldwide.
Sized approximately 11 x 14 inches and is in fine condition.
Originally retailed for $395 US Dollars!
Premier Animation are an authorized
gallery for numerous studio art forms so you can bid with confidence
from a trusted, long standing and reputable animation art dealer. This
sericel comes complete with our gallery certificate of authenticity.
It is common for galleries/specialist dealers themselves to issue certificates
of authenticity, as quite often animation art has either not been issued
with a certificate due to the run size, it has been lost over the years
from passing through collectors hands, or if it never made the studio
program and was presented by the studios as gifts to employee's, artwork
taken home by workers etc. Therefore please do not be phased by art
accompanied by Gallery certificates or indeed not accompanied by them.
Starting at a very low opening bid with NO RESERVE. Artwork is shipped
in secure packaging. If you do not wish to wait for this auction to
end, visit our eBay shop and you can buy this fine piece of art right now.
Please ignore any flash, lines, reflection or blur that is visible from
taking the photo or scan, this is not visible on the cel or background
at all.
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100% Satisfaction
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All our art listings are backed by our 100% guarantee to be as described
in the auction, and is further more backed with our 100% money-back
guarantee. We make every effort to describe each item listing as accurate
as possible and pride ourselves on our customer satisfaction, service
and quality. In the event that you have an issue with your item please
contact us and we will gladly resolve the problem as quick as we can.
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Why Purchase
Animation Art? |
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Purchase a memorable scene from your favourite cartoon or animated
feature film at a very affordable price. Never forget the moment,
and let it bring a smile to your day every time you take a glance.
Fill that important gap in your collection, or start a new collection
with the magic of owning Animation Art. Treat your family, friends,
or loved ones, with a present/gift for the Christmas Holidays (Xmas),
Birthdays, Valentine's Day, Easter or Mother/Father's Day, and let
them share the joy of owning their own piece of Animation Art.
As the majority of animation art is now computerized, purchasing a
piece can not only provide years of pleasure, but is likely to be
a very sound investment.
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Auction Terms |
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Winning bidders should contact Premier Animation within 48 hours of
the auction end unless payment has been made within this time. Payment
to be received within seven days of the auction end, unless arrangements
have been made with us prior to the auction closing, otherwise eBay
will automatically file a non paying bidder complaint.
Please be responsible with your bidding. Non paying or ‘silent’
bidders will be reported to Ebay and they will issue subsequent warnings
or suspension. New Ebayers with zero feedback please contact us prior
to bidding, to confirm you will be placing a valid bid. We reserve
the right to cancel this auction, and to retract any bids for any
given reason. You have the duration of the auction to ask all necessary
questions.
By bidding on this item you are entering into a binding contract.
All images and characters are copyright of their respective studio,
syndicate, artist or publisher. The prices set out on Premier Animations
auctions are inclusive of any VAT or taxes were applicable and the
price paid is the end price plus shipping.
You, the buyer, are responsible for the disclosure and payment of
any import duties or other taxes which may apply in the country to
which the products are delivered.
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Shipping
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Premier Animation ship items worldwide to all countries and continents.
Multiple wins will be combined to reduce shipping costs wherever possible.
For example, if you win one item or several items, postage will be
the same for each additional item, unless the weight differs considerably.
Buyer pays for all shipping and packaging which are at cost. Postage
does not just include the price of a stamp, it includes all packaging,
staff handling and protective materials that ensure your item arrives
safely in the same condition as when it was shipped.
Additional costs apply for special delivery, registered airmail and
any other additional 'signed' for services. All shipping costs are
outlined in the auction, including additional signed for services.
Premier Animation is not responsible for the loss or damage of uninsured
item.
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Payment
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An invoice will be emailed to the high bidder within 48 hours of the
auction closing. Paypal is our preferred payment method, as it is the
quickest, easiest and most secure form of payment.
You can pay via Visa, American Express, Master Card, JCB, Switch and
Solo, all through Paypal. As well as direct debit straight from your
bank account through Paypal.
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Return
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Please contact us immediately
if you are not happy with your purchase or if it is delayed in the post
before contacting eBay and filing a dispute. We are here to help and strive
on customer satisfaction. All emails are responded to within 24 hours
of contact. What
happens if I am not happy with my purchase? In the unlikely
event that your item is not as described or faulty, please contact us
and we will resolve your issue and ask you to return it for a refund
of your winning bid or a replacement. If the item is incorrectly described
due to our error then shipping will also be reimbursed.
What
happens if my item has not arrived or is taking longer than the estimated
arrival time?
In the event of a lost item through the fault of the postal system,
you will be fully refunded or issued with a replacement once the appropriate
form has been signed if your item has been shipped insured. Please do
not file a case until you have contacted us to report the loss or delay and we have responded with a resolution.
If there has been a bank holiday weekend, national holiday, or any other
potential delay (such as weather conditions), it will take slightly
longer than the estimated delivery time to arrive. International buyers
outside of the UK please take this in to consideration before making
contact.
What
happens if I have changed my mind? Returns can be made
within 14 days from the receipt of your purchase. Special order items
will incur a re-stocking fee. All returned item postage costs are covered
by the buyer and not the seller. For your protection, we recommend you
use a recorded-delivery service when returning any items. We regret
we cannot be held liable for any items you have posted which do not
reach our address. Proof of posting is not proof of delivery.
Why
can some colour's appear slightly different? Please be
aware that there may be a slight variation in color from one computer
monitor to another, therefore we recommend contacting us if you have
a specific query about a particular colour scheme if this is a major
factor in your purchasing decision.
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Animation Art
Definitions |
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Animation Cel - A cel (short for celluloid) is a blank clear
plastic sheet used by the studio artist to paint an animated character
or object based on the animator's original pencil drawing. The cels
are then placed over a background and photographed in sequence to produce
an illusion of life in the completed film or cartoon short. Every cel
is different but this does not mean that every cel is unique. Often
multiple copies of a cel were created by the Inkers as colour models
in order to advance their technique and skills.
12 Field Cel - This refers to the size of the area
on the artwork which falls within the sight of the camera. Measuring
approximately 10.5" x 12.5" this is the standard size for
cels, backgrounds and drawings.
16
Field Cel - This refers to the size of the area on the artwork
which falls within the sight of the camera. Measuring approximately
12.5" x 16.5" this is the standard size for cels, backgrounds
and drawings.
Production Cel - Any cel created for the production
of an animated film, commercial or cartoon short. This does not necessarily
mean that the piece appears in the film. Model cels and preliminary
art are all production artwork.
Limited Edition Cel - A non production hand painted
cel created for sale to the collectors market. It is produced in fixed
limited quantities and is easily identified by a fraction (150/500)
in the lower right hand corner. They were not used in films or cartoon
shorts, and the original intent was to recreate the original production
cels. Nowadays many studios release new images not based on production
artwork.
Sericel
(Serigraph) - A non production cel created by means of a printing
process similar to silk screening. No work is done by hand, therefore
no painting or inking is involved. They are often produced in limited
quantities of 300 - 5000, and they are marketed as a low cost alternative
to production and limited edition cels.
Animation
Drawing - A drawing on paper in pencil, sometimes coloured
which is created by a studio artist of an animated character or object
for which the cels are later created.
Production
Background - A background created for use in a production of
an animated film. It must be noted that a production background may
not necessarily originate from the same production that the cel is from.
Matching Master Background / Key master Setup - This
is often referred to as a key master background setup, but is simply
a cel or cels with the background from the same scene that were originally
photographed. When framed these will look exactly as they do in the
original film or cartoon short.
Lithograph - These images (prints) are created using
a print process. They are produced in limited quantities, numbered and
signed or are mass produced. Non limited pieces become discontinued
and are harder to locate, therefore increasing in value.
Giclee - The French term "Giclée",
literally meaning "spray of ink," is used to describe these
prints. Four precision nozzles spray up to a million microscopic droplets
per second on to fine art paper. Then, each piece of paper is individually
hand-mounted. Displaying a full colour spectrum, the prints are lush
and velvety, capturing the subtle nuances of the original artwork.
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Frequently Asked
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What is Animation Art? - Animation Art is more than just the
cels and backgrounds seen by a camera in the finished version of an
animated film, cartoon, short or commercial. It also includes inspirational
sketches and paintings, story ideas, character models, and drawings
used in the making of the animated film, as well as post production
models and publicity work, and all other works prepared after its completion.
Why is Animation Art important? - Animation Art has
become a universal art form that has entertained, informed, and instructed
generations around the world for almost 100 years. Animation speaks
to everyone in a universal language, regardless of age, creed, or nationality.
What
makes Animation Art valuable? - Age and rarity are two important
factors. What character(s) are in the Artwork, and what expressions
they are showing. Figures in a full pose position are normally more
sought after than a head shot or half body pose. Memorable scenes from
classic films or cartoons create a high value. Villains and Princesses
are also valuable. Signatures of artists connected with a specific production
can often increase the value. Walt Disney's signature on the mount/mat
will also increase the value, as he never signed the artwork itself.
Should
I invest in Animation Art? - Collectors have purchased Animation
Art for as little as one pound and sold it for hundred's or thousands
of pounds. You can view past auctions at Christie's to see the value
of vintage Disney and Warner pieces. The value of Animation Art is increasing
more rapidly than any other Art form on the collectable market. Select
and purchase Animation Art because it gives you pleasure. Enjoy it to
the full, and you will receive the greatest return on your investment,
the joy of owning a moment in film making history that will never be
repeated again.
What
is Premier Animation? - Premier Animation is an online gallery
offering some of the finest vintage and contemporary Animation Art on
the net. We are currently a mail order only and do not have a brick
and mortar gallery.
Are limited edition cels hand painted? - Yes limited edition
cels are hand painted reproductions of famous scenes, or are sometimes
newly created ones that often depict sports scenes, or mix characters
together that ordinarily would not appear together. Some collectors
also quite like the beautiful colour reproduction backgrounds that accompany
the pieces as well.
How many cels are used in a typical cartoon? - A film
runs at 24 frames per second. That number never changes. Therefore the
most any cartoon can be animated to is 24 fps. Budget films usually
run at 12 cels per second, each cel being shot twice. However, lower
budget cartoons can, and usually do, use the same cel three or more
times. The more a cel is used, the "jerkier" the final cartoon
will look. For a high budget cartoon, that runs for 8 minutes, there
are roughly 11,520 hand painted cels used...which is a lot of hard skilled
work (just think how many cels are used in a full length feature film).
There is a whole new question that arises from this, and that is how
many collectable cels are available from an 8 minute cartoon? Alternatively,
if an 8 minute cartoon is animated at 24 fps, are there 11,520 collectable
cels for sale? The answer is simply no. Firstly, you must consider that
about half of the cels could never be sold, due to the main character's
eyes being closed, they are passing behind another object, their back
is showing, or it is just an awkward non attractive pose. Therefore,
the majority of the cels have gone, and the remainder are left to be
either destroyed, damaged through bad storage or sold to the collectors
market. By this time there are only a small percentage of the cels available
to purchase.
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Thank
You For Your Interest. Good Luck & Happy Bidding |
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