Saturday, September 25, 2010

Cinderella Castle Miniature



Our Cinderella Castle Miniature by Olszewski is a wish fulfilled.



On October 1st, 1971, Roy O. Disney dedicated this fairy tale castle to his younger brother: ''Walt Disney World is a tribute to the philosophy and life of Walter Elias Disney -- and to the talents, the dedication and the loyalty of the entire Disney organization that made Walt Disney's dream come true.''



Ever since, the famed attraction has remained an icon to visitors of Walt Disney World® Resort and to dreamers all around the globe.



This Cinderella Castle architectural model is a state-of-the-art reproduction, exquisitely detailed with special lighting. Now you can visit any time you choose, through the power of imagination.



''Z'' scale (1/220th) design

Dramatic night lighting effect with changing, multicolor spotlights


Lighted clock, windows and interior gate

Lift tree to find hidden lighting switch

Light features a 15-minute timer in order to maximize bulb and battery life


Hand-painted, sculpted resin with wood base and metallic title plaque

12'' H x 11'' Diameter


Requires 3 AA batteries or 120V AC/4.5V DC Adaptor, included

Certificate of Verification




Imported

Part of the Main Street U.S.A. Collection by Olszewski 







Thursday, September 23, 2010

Central Plaza Miniature



The Central Plaza was the second miniature of the Robert Olszewski Main Street, U.S.A. collection to be released. 


The Central Plaza has become one of the most photographed locations in the Disney Parks.


The design of the plaza was quite remarkable. Disneyland was planned with a central point of orientation, a "hub". The plan was to have a center point to all the "lands" in the park.

The garden setting of colorful flowers and breathtaking views of Sleeping Beauty Castle, make it a wonderful place to take a break, or wait for loved ones. In the year 1993, a bronze statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse was added to the center of the Plaza. The statue was named "Partners" and sits among beautiful ever changing flowers.



The statue captures Walt and Mickey as they gaze down Main Street smiling at the kingdom they had created. Robert captured every detail of this truly special place. Just a glance and you notice the green park benches where you have taken a break or smelled the aroma of the popcorn vendor. He also included the smallest detail of the Disney Characters on their pedestals. The "magic" of this piece is when you turn the lights on and the twinkling of the trees come to life. The amber glow on Walt and Mickey could not be any more like the real thing.



# ''Z'' scale (1/220th) design recreates actual park locale
# Includes the famous ''Partners'' statue with Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse and the tiny surrounding sculptures of Donald Duck, Pinocchio, Pluto, Dumbo, Chip an' Dale, Goofy, Br'er Rabbit and Minnie Mouse
# Dramatic night lighting effect with statue spotlight and four lamp posts
# Press miniature trash can to find hidden lighting switch
# Hand-painted, sculpted resin with wood base and metallic title plaque
# 2 1/2'' H x 7'' Diameter
# Requires 3 AA batteries or 120V AC/4.5V DC Adaptor, included
# Certificate of Verification
# Imported
# Part of the Main Street U.S.A. Collection by Olszewski



Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Emporium Miniature


The Emporium was the fifth in the Main Street collection to be released.
 
 
The premiere was December 11th, 2004.
 
 

The miniature retails for $180.00 at the Disneyana, Disney Gallery, The World of Disney and Off The Page, at Disney's California Adventure.


Created especially for Walt Disney World® Resort

''Z'' scale (1/220th) design recreates actual park buildings

Dramatic night lighting effect with illuminated interior windows and three lamp posts


Press miniature fire hydrant to find hidden lighting switch

Hand-painted, sculpted resin with wood base and metallic title plaque

3 1/2'' H x 11'' W x 6 1/2'' D



Requires 3 AA batteries or 120V AC/4.5V DC Adaptor, included

Certificate of Verification

Imported

Part of the Main Street U.S.A. Collection by Olszewski




Sunday, September 19, 2010

Main Street Cinema Miniature



Created especially for Walt Disney World® Resort

# ''Z'' scale (1/220th) design recreates actual Park buildings

# Dramatic night lighting effect with illuminated interior windows, lamp post, Cinema foyer and movie screen


# Lift the roof and peek down into the Main Street Cinema to see sculpted Mickey and Minnie watching Steamboat Willie as it lights-up the screen!

# Press miniature fire hydrant to find hidden lighting switch


# Comes with flag to place on corner tower plus Cinema rooftop

# Hand-painted, sculpted resin with wood base and metallic title plaque


# 4'' H x 7 1/2'' W x 10'' D

# Requires 3 AA batteries or 120V AC/4.5V DC Adaptor, included

# Certificate of Verification

# Imported

Part of the Main Street U.S.A. Collection by Olszewski






Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Exposition Hall Miniature

Created especially for Walt Disney World® Resort


''Z'' scale (1/220th) design recreates actual park buildings

Dramatic night lighting effect with illuminated interior windows and lamp post

 
Visit Exposition Hall exterior featuring ''Milestones in Animation'' exhibit -- plus Image Magic, Camera Center and Tony's Town Square Restaurant

Behind Tony's Resturant, find the hidden Lady and the Tramp alleyway dining scene with Tony and Joe. Dramatic diorama lighting
 

Press miniature drinking fountain to trigger hidden lighting switch
See tiny Goofy figurine sculpture on park bench


Includes flag for tower and secret door for Lady scene
Hand-painted, sculpted resin with wood base and metallic title plaque
 


3 1/2'' H x 14'' W x 7 3/4'' D
Requires 3 AA batteries or 120V AC/4.5V DC Adaptor, included

Certificate of Verification
Imported


Part of the Main Street U.S.A. Collection by Olszewski





Monday, September 13, 2010

Walt Disney Signature Adds Framed Art to Suite of Products

Walt Disney Signature Adds Framed Art to Suite of Products
Disney's First Non-Character Design-Forwrd Lifestyle Brand Introduces Wall Decor by PTM Images



Los Angeles, CA (July 2008) – Walt Disney Signature, Disney's first upscale, non-character lifestyle brand, marries whimsical design elements with sophisticated styling in its growing collection of product offerings. This month, Disney Consumer Products is proud to announce the launch of Walt Disney Signature wall décor with established framed graphics manufacturer PTM IMAGES. The new collection of over 150 pieces of framed wall art takes inspiration from the original artistic sketches of classic Disney films. Inspired by Walt Disney himself and the furnishings in his office in Burbank, California, the Walt Disney Signature line was launched with a 12-piece furniture collection by Drexel Heritage in 2006. Following the success of the first collection, the Walt Disney Signature collection has continued to expand by introducing a rug collection with The Rug Market, a lighting collection with Minka and most recently, a tabletop collection with Zak! Designs.




 
THE INSPIRATION

Disney Consumer Products and PTM IMAGES have brought some of the most notable Disney archival imagery to an adult audience through chic, interpretive Walt Disney Signature wall décor. "The Walt Disney Signature brand collaboration with PTM IMAGES celebrates the archival art from classic films that has been so vital to the success of the Disney brand," says Robert Oberschelp, Director of Licensing for the Walt Disney Signature collection. "This collection of interpretive wall décor allows consumers to bring the inspiration behind some of Disney's most beloved films into their own homes." PTM IMAGES President, Jonathan Bass adds, "We are elated to create such a memorable collection around some of Disney's most renowned artists and animators. We believe this relationship will successfully bring together the best of historical art and modern design."




ABOUT PTM IMAGES
PTM IMAGES is a leading wholesale supplier of framed graphics. Founded in 1995, the company provides framed graphics, on a large-scale basis, to retailers across the U.S. PTM stays on top of trends in the art world and brings high quality gallery-like products at product pricing that meets the demands of retailers nationwide. PTM IMAGES consistently provides product development and trend direction with an expansive offering of exclusive framed graphics available to meet the everchanging demands for the latest décor styles. PTM IMAGES develops products utilizing all themes and styles, from contemporary to traditional. For more information visit www.ptmimages.com.




Saturday, September 11, 2010

Walt Disney Signature - Limited Edition





Walt Disney Signature is Disney's first upscale, non-character, adult lifestyle brand. It began with home furnishings and has expanded to include outdoor furniture, entertainment units, rugs, wall décor, tabletop products, jewelry, clothing, stationery, and candles.




Dining Installation and DIFFA Event Display





Milan, Italy – 13 April 2010 – Walt Disney Signature, Disney's first upscale, inspired, non-character, adult lifestyle brand and Cappellini, one of the most renowned design innovators worldwide, today unveiled five limited edition chairs at the Milan Furniture Fair in Italy. The combination of Cappellini's reputation for innovation and the magic and inspiration of Disney has produced a series of everyday products that resemble works of art.

This introduction follows the success of Walt Disney Signature's dining installation in collaboration with Cappellini for last month's Dining By Design DIFFA (Design Industries  Foundation Fighting AIDS) event in New York City.

A 3-dimensional sculpting of Mickey Mouse sitting on a giant chair, previously used for the DIFFA event display, was recreated at Fuori Salone, Milano Design Village to mark today's launch. The Mickey sculpture is made of polyurethane, measures more than three metres tall and weighs 40 kilos.

"Walt Disney and Cappellini both have a shared approach to design, creativity and collaboration that turns everyday products into functional works of art," commented Pamela Lifford, executive vice president, Home and Fashion, Disney Consumer Products. "Collaborating with a leading Italian design brand specialising in contemporary furnishings like Cappellini is another exciting step in continuing Walt Disney Signature's philosophy on design and innovation."

"This collaboration is the premise for a joint Cappellini and Walt Disney Signature stylistic commitment that promises to become a new, interesting and exciting chapter in the history of contemporary design, combining Cappellini's strong inclination for innovation with the magical creativity of Disney," added Giulio Cappellini, Art Director for Cappellini.

The Ribbon stool and the Fish Chair, Y's de Luxe and Rive Droite armchairs are embellished with patterns, each one with a different image and underlying theme. The Ribbon's new profile blends Cappellini design with the outline of Disney's most famous character, Mickey Mouse; Y's de Luxe and Rive Droite reflect and multiply the same image in striking processed fabrics; the Fish Chair's shape is inspired by Disney's It's A Small World and produced in recycled material. Products will be available to the public in late Spring 2010.



ECO FISH Walt Disney Signature limited edition from Cappellini
- design: Satyendra Pakhalè 2010







An organic shape inspired by nature, the Fish Chair is the ideal way to showcase the latest advancement in fabrication - an opaque, multi-coloured plastic created from recycled materials, moulded using a rotational technique. The material is recycled to underline Cappellini's renewed focus on the theme of conserving raw materials for the future generations. The internal part of the seat is coloured white. Series of 99 numbered pieces.


Armchair - cm. 55 x 87 x 40/72 h.


MICKEY'S RIBBON STOOL Walt Disney Signature limited edition from
Cappellini
- design: Nendo 2010



With its circular shape, open design and flowing lines, the Ribbon Stool lends itself perfectly to the famous silhouette that peeks over its seat. Merging flawlessly together, our two visions create a single, iconic representation of the seamless collaboration between Cappellini and Walt Disney Signature. This is a series of high and low stools with backrest, produced from laser cut and folded sheet metal. The low stool has a shiny red varnish, the high stool a shiny yellow varnish, whilst the feet are in transparent plastic. Series of 399 numbered pieces for the low stool. Series of 199 numbered pieces for the high stool.


Low stool - cm. Ø 42 x 45/66 h.

High stool - cm. Ø 42 x 78/99 h.


Y'S MICKEY Walt Disney Signature limited edition from Cappellini
- design: Christophe Pillet 2010



With its rounded contours and unique design, the Y's De Lux Chair is the perfect canvas on which to embroider one of our signature icons: a subtle geometric pattern using Mickey's silhouette. Swivel armchair with integral polyurethane frame. Fixed cover in white leather with white yarn embroidery that reproduces the unmistakeable silhouette of the most famous cartoon character in the world. Base in die cast aluminium with matt white varnish, feet in black plastic. Series of 33 numbered pieces.



Armchair - cm. 54.5 x 73 x 43/80 h.


MULTICOLOUR RIVE DROITE Walt Disney Signature limited edition from
Cappellini
- design: Patrick Norguet 2010




Making the connection between fashion and design, the Rive Droite chair seamlessly fuses a pure, modern shape, with the graphic pattern of Mickey's overlapping silhouette. The bold, daring palette illustrates both Walt Disney Signature and Cappellini's fearless approach to colour. Swivel armchair with wooden and moulded polyurethane frame. Fixed cover in fabric that presents a highly familiar silhouette in a daring pallette. Base in brushed stainless steel. Series of 99 numbered pieces


Armchair - cm. 93.5 x 73.5 x 38.5/71 h.


Walt Disney Signature product from Cappellini is available at independent and specialty retailers across the globe. Your local Cappellini retailer will be able to take orders beginning April 26, 2010.
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