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Jim Shore

Tinker Bell Walt Disney Classics Collection and Disney Traditions Available at Preshunt.com

Tinker Bell is the creation of Sir James M. Barrie in the play and subsequent novel of Peter and Wendy and, of course, in the widely known animated Disney film Peter Pan. In the original, Tinker Bell is described as a common fairy who mends pots and kettles, i.e. a tinker, and is often referred to simply as 'Tink'. Since the original supporting character role, Tinker Bell has become synonymous with the Walt Disney Company, who have long used her as a mascot and later established the Disney Fairies media franchise around her. Disney's Tinker Bell is perhaps one of the most important branding icons for the The Walt Disney Company and it is generally recognised as the symbol for 'The Magic of Disney'.

Walt Disney's animated movie, Peter Pan released in 1953 remains a Disney classic today telling the story of a boy who wouldn't grow up, and Tinker Bell is the jealous pixie who glows brightest for Peter Pan. Her voice sings like a tinkling bell and a sprinkle of her pixie dust can make you fly. But this sprite can turn spiteful if she suspects that Peter's attentions are diverted to anyone but herself. It's bad enough that she has to compete with Never Land's other adoring females (the mermaids and Princess Tiger Lily), but now Peter's brought back this Wendy person from London. Tink would lay down her life for Peter, but he's too busy playing Wendy's hero to care. Somehow she'll find a way to settle the score, even if it takes eliminating the competition. This is one of the most charming, magical movies ever!

October 28th, 2008 sees the DVD and Blu-ray release of the computer animated film 'Tinker Bell'. Tinker Bell is being produced using digital 3D modelling and it will be the first time that the Disney version of Tinker Bell will have dialogue. Have you ever wondered how nature gets its glow ‚Äî who gives it light and colour as the seasons come and go? Enter a land of adventure and mystery as Tinker Bell and her four best fairy friends turn winter into spring and, with the power of faith, trust and a little bit of pixie dust, learn the importance of being true to yourself.

Walt Disney Classics Collection's Fall Premier Event for 2008 (October 17th-19th) will feature this pert little pixie - Tinker Bell. The Walt Disney Classics Collection was created to capture the beloved characters and timeless moments from classic Disney films in beautifully crafted sculptures. These fine statues are produced in porcelain but is often 'plussed' with bronze, pewter, brass, crystals and other materials as deemed necessary. The collection remains highly collectable and a strong secondary market has been established. This particular piece entitled: Tinker Bell - Blithe Spirit, features the cute little sprite posing cross legged on a golden brown Never Land leaf. Facial detail is flawless and beautifully hand painted. The combination of a bisque finish on the body, hair and leaf is complemented with a more translucent glazed finish applied to the wings, shoes and the dress. Limited availability - Priced ¬£75 from Preshunt.com

Other Tinker Bell sculptures in the collection are also available including the fast growing collection by Disney in conjunction with Jim Shore - 'Disney Traditions'. Brand new this Christmas is 'Tinker Bell Jingle'. Featuring Tinker Bell in Santa costume sitting on a life size handled bell. The pose is both beautiful and senual. In the original play, Tinker Bell is traditionally staged as a flying point of light beamed from offstage. Animator Marc Davis' personification of her as a winged pixie with a very womanly figure was criticized as too suggestive by Barrie purists, especially after it was rumoured that she was modelled after actress Marilyn Monroe. Tink was actually modelled after Margaret Kerry, the actress who performed her live-action reference. This bell is decorated in typical Jim Shore's design - influenced by American folk art and the amalgam with Disney art has produced a fairy figurine suitable for all. Priced ¬£32 from Preshunt.com

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