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Large black crayon signature, "Walt Disney,” on an off-white 6.75 x 4.5 cardstock dinner menu from the "Fiesta de las Artes," presented by the Asociacion Estimulo de Bellas Artes in Buenos Aires on September 21, 1941. In very good to fine condition, with sight soiling and a small corner crease.
In 1941, Walt Disney made a goodwill tour across South America, hoping the universal popularity of his characters would help diffuse anti-Axis sentiments in the region. Disney agreed and took a group of his best animators and composers to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. In addition to exercising the Good Neighbor Policy, the trip was intended to lead to a new animated movie that could be shown in Central and South America to celebrate (and secure) their friendly relationship. The film would ultimately become Saludos Amigos.
From the personal collection of a lifelong collector, teacher, and traveler with a passion for world history. His collecting years ranged from the 1970s to the present day, meaning that several of the premier pieces have not been on the market in decades.
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