The AniAID fundraising initiative, established to aid members of the animation industry affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, is set to commence an online auction in collaboration with Sotheby’s, offering unique and exclusive artifacts from the realm of animation history.
This collection encompasses authentic sketches, pictures, animation cells, and miniature figures from animated movies and shows connected to “Snow White,” “The Simpsons,” “Inside Out,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” “The Wild Robot,” and “Beauty and the Beast.” These artifacts were generously donated by production studios such as The Walt Disney Company, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks Animation, Sony Pictures Animation, and Paramount.
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This assortment consists of original drawings, paintings, animation cells, and maquette figures related to various animated films and series including “Snow White,” “The Simpsons,” “Inside Out,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” “The Wild Robot,” and “Beauty and the Beast.” These items were contributed by studios like The Walt Disney Company, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks Animation, Sony Pictures Animation, and Paramount.
The Art of Animation auction will offer unique opportunities alongside animation pieces. For example, you could voice a minor character in Sony Pictures Animation’s upcoming movie “Goat”, or get a custom character design and original sketch from Nico Marlet, the Annie Award-winning artist behind DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon,” “Kung Fu Panda”, and “The Prince of Egypt.” Additionally, studio tours at places like Disney, Sony, DreamWorks, and Lucasfilm will be available for bidding, along with a Peanuts experience that includes a guided tour of the Charles M. Schulz Museum and a peek into Schultz’s personal studio.
AnimAID was established through a partnership between ASIFA-Hollywood, the organization responsible for the prestigious Annie Awards, and influential figures and studios within the animation industry.
Notable offerings in this auction feature:
1. A black-and-white storyboard piece dating back to 1935’s “The Tortoise and the Hare.”
2. 3D-printed visages of Pinocchio used for the production of the 2022 Oscar-winning film, “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio.”
3. A color pencil drawing depicting Woody and Buzz Lightyear, created to support AnimAID and celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story” release.
Valuations for these items span between $500 to over $25,000.
Several exhibits will be showcased at Sotheby’s New York art galleries between April 11th and 15th. The online auction for these pieces will commence on April 23rd and conclude on the 30th.
AnimAID serves as a strong symbol of the unity and empathy that characterizes our animation industry,” expressed Aubry Mintz, director of AnimAid and ASIFA-Hollywood. “In the wake of the tragic wildfires, this project brings us together to offer critical aid, but also to celebrate the artists and experts who have poured their talents into the realm of animation. We are profoundly appreciative of the unwavering assistance from all our partners, and we’re excited to make these treasured pieces of animation lore accessible to the public.
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2025-04-10 17:16