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Wonderful World of Animation Art Gallery
9517 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 310-836-4992 |
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The Winged Scourge (1943) Concept piece of A Mosquito. From the estate of Norman Wright This piece was featured in a published profile of Walt Disney from a Fortune Magazine article from August of 1942. The article focused on Walt's astounding ability as a teacher and included a working meeting with his animators in discussing the development of the Winged Scourge, a goodwill piece. Made for South America in order to educate people about Malaria, it showed simple things people could do to stop mosquitoes. In an open dialogue, Walt stressed the importance of conveying information and the simple things people could do to stop the spread of mosquitoes, and not so much the use of gags. Walt's great ability of not only a leader but a teacher are exposed in the clear and direct way he conversed with his animators in achieving his and their goals. This piece stands as an incredibly powerful image that communicates the gravity and the seriousness of Malaria. A protective sheet has been affixed to the drawing with a strip of tape as well as three staples along the upper edge, which can be removed upon purchase. There are also two staples toward the lower edge. As the image is not affected, all of the above imperfections can easily be matted out.. The size of this piece is 12 Field (11"x13") and the size of the image is 7" h x 9" w. US$ 1400 (unframed) WDAWF5  Add this piece to your collection for only US$280 a month. 
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