How much did the top lot sell for?

The top lot was Gustaf Tenggren's concept painting for Snow White, which sold for $85,400.

What other notable works were sold?

Mary Blair's concept painting for It's a Small World reached $31,720, and her Alice in Wonderland painting reached $29,280. Storyboards from Pixar movies like Toy Story were also included.

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Disney concept art auction fetches $3.43M

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What happened
Heritage Auctions' sale of Disney art last weekend generated $3.43 million across 1,346 lots. Gustaf Tenggren's concept painting for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs fetched $85,400.
Why it matters
The auction shows concept art holds artistic and monetary value, which contrasts with the use of AI for concept art. It raises the question of whether AI-generated art will be valued similarly in the future.
What to watch
Whether the growing appreciation for animation art continues, as noted by Heritage's Jim Lentz. The article questions if anyone will appreciate AI-generated Spider-Man art in 50 years.

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Context & Analysis

The auction's success comes amid debates over AI in concept art. The article notes that AI-generated visuals often don't make final movies, but concept art remains valued in books and behind-the-scenes content. The strong prices for Tenggren's and Blair's works underscore their historical significance, contrasting with the temporary nature of AI art. Jim Lentz's comment about growing appreciation for animation art suggests a continuing market for traditional pieces, possibly as AI becomes more common.

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How much did the top lot sell for?: The top lot was Gustaf Tenggren's concept painting for Snow White, which sold for $85,400.
What other notable works were sold?: Mary Blair's concept painting for It's a Small World reached $31,720, and her Alice in Wonderland painting reached $29,280. Storyboards from Pixar movies like Toy Story were also included.

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