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Donald Duck "Dude for a Day" Limited Edition Statue #53 of 100 (Another Rainbow, 1981)

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1.00 USD Estimated At:1.00 - 1,000,000.00 USD
Donald Duck  Dude for a Day  Limited Edition Statue #53 of 100 (Another Rainbow, 1981)
Donald Duck "Dude for a Day" Limited Edition Statue #53 of 100 (Another Rainbow, 1981). Carl Barks epitomized everything that is Disney. If not for his work, the Disney Ducks might not be what they are today. After his retirement in 1966, Barks obtained permission from Disney to create a series of oil paintings of his beloved Ducks. These paintings sell for well into six figures now. Another Rainbow commissioned Barks to do a series of Duck paintings in 1982 and ended up creating one of the most beautiful series of paintings ever. They also issued this, the limited edition "Dude for a Day" porcelain statue. This statue was originally limited to 100 pieces but in intervening years the unsold statues were destroyed, so this piece is one of very few extant. The original issue price was $7,300 and has only appreciated over the years. This statue is as issued, and in flawless condition, still in its original packing box. You can be assured that this is probably the finest example of this rare piece, since it was undisplayed and even unopened until time came to describe it for this auction. Since the Duckman has passed away, the demand for his work has become even greater. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity. Important notice: Heritage usually auctions material at the rate of 200-250 lots per hour. On some occasions eBay Live bid software or the Internet may not be able to keep up with the pace of the auction. We recommend placing a realistic absentee bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Occasionally the auctioneer may eliminate or reject an eBay Live bid, and the auctioneer may also reopen a lot after the close of the eBay live bidding (usually because we missed an audience bid), and may reject your bid even if it shows you as the winning bidder. By bidding via eBay Live, you agree that Heritage may award the lot to another bidder at its sole discretion under the circumstances described above or any other reasonable circumstances. Also please note that all Heritage lots purchased through eBay Live carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions before you bid.