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D23 Limited Edition Song of the South Cel

Today, Disney announced the new club “D23”, a web site that is touted to be the “premier online destination for Disney fans.” Membership costs $75 a year, and “perks” include 4 newsletters a year, and exclusive collectibles.

One such collectible available for preorder from the D23 Boutique is a limited edition, framed cel from Song of the South:

“Find your laughing place with our D23 Membership Exclusive Framed Limited-Edition Song of the South Cel. Br’er Fox and Br’er Bear bicker over the fate of a captive Br’er Rabbit on this hand-painted limited edition cel inspired by Walt Disney’s 1946 film classic, Song of the South. If our hero uses his head and a bit of trickery, he’s sure to escape once again. Matched to original production art by the world famous Disney Animation Ink and Paint department, each Br’er Rabbit cel is hand-numbered and comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity. The background is printed on museum-quality paper with archival inks. Made in U.S.A. Available to own April 15, 2009.”

• Hand-inked and painted cel on acetate
• Fine art background print on paper
• Wood frame with fabric mat & UV coated plexiglass
• Framed size 19” H x 22” W.
• Image size: 10 1/2” H x 12 1/2” W
• Hand-numbered Limited Edition of 23
• Certificate of Authenticity

The price? $1,495.95.

Thanks to Merlin Jones for the news report!

New Song of the South Southern Series Pin Released

On September 15th, Disney released a new pin series in a salute to the American South. Each pin pictures a Southern belle and gentleman. Appropriately enough, one of the pins depicts Brer Bear, Brer Fox, and Brer Rabbit from Song of the South. Who’s the rabbit belle on Brer Rabbit’s arm? They don’t mention her by name, but I would suspect it’s Miss Molly, long-time “sweetheart” of Brer Rabbit seen in various Disney comics and books over the years. This would be the first time she’s appeared on a pin.

DisneyShopping.com Product Description: “Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Fox and Br’er Bear find the belle of the ball to be mighty satisfactual on this limited-edition Disney pin inspired by Walt Disney’s classic Song of the South. Imported”

The pin is limited to an edition of 250 and is available to order from DisneyShopping.com. The price is $12.95.

Fifth Song of the South Collectible: Harmony Kingdom Box

I was contacted by several individuals noting that in fact a fifth collectible had been released by Disney and that it is still available through DisneyShopping.com:

Title: “To The Briar Patch” Harmony Kingdom Box

Description: That wily Brer Fox is up to no good–again! Lift open Brer Bear and you’ll find a knapsack quicker than you can say zip a dee doo dah! Made of crushed marble tumbled to create a fine patina. Imported. Certificate of Authenticity. Limited Edition of 500. (Item #96258) $99.95

Disney Releases Four New Song of the South 60th Anniversary Collectibles

In anticipation of Song of the South‘s upcoming 60th Anniversary on November 12, Disney has released four new collectibles, available now through DisneyShopping.com:

#1: 60th Anniv. Snowglobe with LE Pin & Artist’s Notes
Description: Brer Fox and Brer Rabbit share a chuckle at Brer Bear’s expense on this handsome musical snowglobe, which plays the tune ”Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah” when wound. Each snowglobe arrives with enamel cloissoné pin and artist’s notes detailing the making of the globe. Snowglobe 9 3/8” H x 6 1/2” W x 10 7/8” L . Pin 1 1/2” H. Hand-painted, sculpted resin and glass. Imported. Limited Edition of 500. (Item #96254) $99.95

#2: Walt Disney’s “Song of the South” Scenic Lantern
Description: The Briar Patch welcomes one and all to your favorite memories from ”Song of the South.” Images from the title sequence are carefully recreated from Ken Anderson’s original art direction and rendered as vintage engraved drawings that illuminate the engaging characters and sense of place so beloved by generations of fans in a soft, warm glow. Maximum 15-watt Type C bulb, not included. 9 3/8” H x 7 1/8” W x 7 1/8” D. Cord 72” L with on/off switch. Glass and metal. Imported. Certificate of Authenticity. (Item #96257) $79.95

#3: Walt Disney’s “Song of the South” Big Figure Trio
Description: Just the happy sight of these critters will make room for a ”laughing place” in your heart. In honor of the sixtieth anniversary of ”Song of the South,” our charming trio Brer Bear, Brer Fox and wily Brer Rabbit capture a memorable moment from the groundbreaking feature. 13 1/2” H x 18 L x 9 W. Hand-painted, sculpted resin/metal/wood. Imported. Certificate of Authenticity. (Item #96253) $175.00

#4: “Song of the South” Musical Jewelry Box
In honor of the 60th anniversary of the classic film, our musical jewelry box arrives complete with four enamel cloisonné pins of the film’s cartoon stars: Bluebird; Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox and Brer Bear. The delicate line art of Brer Bear atop the box originates from the film’s opening credits. Plays ”Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.” 2 3/4” H. 6” W 4 1/8” D. Wood, composite wood. Imported. Certificate of Authenticity. (Item #96256) $49.95

Of course we also hope that Disney will release the movie itself for Song of the South‘s 60th anniversary, although based on previous comments made by Robert Iger, it doesn’t sound like that’s going to happen. Thanks to Tim Hauser for informing me about these items!

Two New Splash Mountain Brer Rabbit Pins Released

Disneyland Resort recently released two new Splash Mountain pins depicting Brer Rabbit released on Sunday, May 7, 2006.

The first pin features Brer Rabbit in a Splash Mountain log. Part of the E-Ticket Thrills Collection, this pin was a Gift With Purchase pin, available with each $20 purchase of pins or pin accessories at select Disneyland Resort locations.

The second pin depicts Brer Rabbit in the foreground of a pin-on-pin design with Splash Mountain in the background on a postage stamp. This pin, part of the Greetings from Disneyland Resort 2006 series, was limited to an edition of 1000 and retailed for $10.95.

Splash Mountain Pin and Sorry! Board Game Released

A couple of new Splash Mountain items were released recently. The first item, a limited edition Splash Mountain pin, is part of the “Piece of Disney History Collection” and features Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, and Brer Bear in the Splash Mountain log. At the front of the log is a small plastic bubble that contains an actual piece of the fur from the Audio-Animatronic Brer Rabbit on the Splash Mountain ride. The pin is limited to an edition of 2500 and is available exclusively at Walt Disney World for $12.95. For more info and to see how this pin was made, visit the official Disney Pin Trading website.

Also released is a special Splash Mountain edition of the popular board game Sorry! featuring the Brer characters. It is available at Disney theme parks for $40 and comes in a collectible tin case. To my knowledge, this is the first true game (not counting puzzles) to feature the Brer characters since the original Uncle Remus Zip! marble game released in 1947.

New Splash Mountain 15th Anniversary Pins Released

On October 22, Disneyland Resort released four new Splash Mountain 15th Anniversary pins, two of which depict the Brer characters. The first pin, entitled “Paddle Wheel,” depicts Brer Rabbit aboard the Zip-A-Dee Lady, the large showboat seen at the end of Splash Mountain. What’s cool about this pin is that you can turn the paddle wheel! This pin retails for $12.50 and is limited to an edition of 1500.

The second pin, entitled “The Drop,” depicts Brer Rabbit, Brer Bear and Brer Fox all plummeting down the Splash Mountain plume, while Brer Vulture (a.k.a. one of the Boothill Boys) looks on. This same scene is pictured on many Splash Mountain publicity items from the early 90’s. This pin also has a neat feature, the log slides up and down. This pin retails for $10.50 and is also limited to an edition of 1500.

The other two pins, entitled “The Descent” and “The End”, depict Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy. They are Open Edition pins and retail for $6.50 each. These pins are available at the Emporium, La Mascarade d’Orleans, the Plaza Pavilion carts, Greetings from California, P.T. Flea Market, World of Disney, and Mickey in Paradise.

Disneyland’s Splash Mountain Celebrates 15 Years

July 17 marked the 15th anniversary of Disneyland’s Splash Mountain, the popular water ride featuring Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, Brer Bear, and all the other critters. Two limited edition items were issued to commemorate the event. The first item, released on July 1, was a commemorative watch featuring Brer Rabbit in front of Splash Mountain among briars that spell out “15”. The accompanying artwork is signed by the artist, Eric Scales. I was honored to be able to meet Eric in person when I picked up my watch. Special thanks to Andy Knobloch for making that possible! The watch was limited to an edition of only 15 and cost $200.

The second item, released on July 11, was a pin featuring Brer Bear hanging from the sapling trap (shown on right). His arm holding his hat is movable. The pin was limited to an edition of 1500 and cost $10.50.

Limited Edition Brer Gang Framed Pin

On February 1, the first Mickey’s Parti Gras event was held at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. There were several limited edition pins released at the event, including “The Brer Gang,” featuring Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, and Brer Bear. The scene pictured is adapted from the Laughing Place sequence, with added confetti and beads hanging from the trees. Even Brer Rabbit’s leash itself is a string of beads. There is a lever on the back of the frame that makes all three characters move. This framed pin retailed for $125.00 and was limited to an edition of 50. Full details.