Oliver & Company, 1988
A great collection of original production animation cels and original production animation drawings for sale from the Walt Disney feature film.
Original hand painted production animation cels of Jenny, Fagin, Francis, Einstein, Georgette, and Tito with matching Scooter and Cart from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Numbered 67 and T-67 in ink lower right; With Walt Disney Seal lower left and original Walt Disney Certificate of Authenticity; Size - Jenny, Fagin, Francis, Einstein, Georgette, Tito, Scooter, & Cart: 7 1/2 x 12", Image 9 3/4 x 16 3/4"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cel of Oliver, Five Kittens and a Hand with Bracelet from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Walt Disney Seal lower left; With original Walt Disney Certificate; Size - Oliver & Five Kittens: 6 x 7 1/4", Hand with Bracelet: 2 1/2 x 3 1/4", Image 11 x 16"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cel of Georgette and her reflection from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Walt Disney Seal lower left; Size - Georgette & Reflection: 4 1/4 x 9", Image 11 x 16 3/4"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cels of Oliver, Dodger, Tito, Rita Einstein, and Francis from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Production numbers in ink lower right; Walt Disney Seal lower right; Size - Oliver, Dodger, Tito, Rita, Einstein, & Francis: 7 x 15 3/4", Image 11 1/2 x 15 3/4"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cels of Georgette and Birds from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Production numbers in ink lower right; Size - Georgette and Birds: 4 1/2 x 11", Image 10 3/4 x 16 1/2"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cels of Oliver, Dodger, and Rita from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Walt Disney Seal lower right; Size - Oliver, Dodger, & Rita: 8 1/4 x 9 1/2", Image 10 1/4 x 15", Mat 15 1/2 x 20"; Double Matted; SOLD!
Original production animation drawing of Fagin in blue and graphite pencils from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered 88 in pencil lower right; Property of the Walt Disney Company stamp lower left; Size - Fagin: 7 x 5"; Sheet 10 1/2 x 12 1/2"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original production animation drawing of Fagin in blue and graphite pencils from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered 89 in pencil lower right; Property of the Walt Disney Company stamp lower left; Animation ladder lower right; Size - Fagin: 7 x 4 3/4"; Sheet 10 1/2 x 12 1/2"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original production animation drawing of Fagin in blue and graphite pencils from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered 91 in pencil lower right; Property of the Walt Disney Company stamp lower left; Animation ladder lower right; Size - Fagin: 6 3/4 x 4 3/4"; Sheet 10 1/2 x 12 1/2"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original production animation drawing of Fagin in blue and graphite pencils from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Numbered 103 in pencil lower right; Property of the Walt Disney Company stamp lower left; Animation ladder lower right; Size - Fagin: 6 3/4 x 4 3/4"; Sheet 10 1/2 x 12 1/2"; Unframed; SOLD!
Original hand painted production animation cels of Jenny, Fagin, Francis, Einstein, Georgette, and Tito with matching Scooter and Cart from "Oliver & Company," 1988, Walt Disney Studios; Set on lithographic background; Numbered 67 and T-67 in ink lower right; With Walt Disney Seal lower left and original Walt Disney Certificate of Authenticity; Size - Jenny, Fagin, Francis, Einstein, Georgette, Tito, Scooter, & Cart: 7 1/2 x 12", Image 9 3/4 x 16 3/4"; Unframed.
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Oliver and Company is a 1988 animated musical adventure film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation. Loosely based on Charles Dickens’s classic novel Oliver Twist, the film reimagines the story in modern-day New York City, replacing
Victorian-era characters with anthropomorphic animals. The protagonist, Oliver, is a small orange kitten who is left abandoned on the streets. Struggling to survive, he meets a street-smart dog named Dodger, who introduces him to a gang of canines living with their human owner, the kindhearted but down-on-his-luck pickpocket Fagin. Together, they navigate the bustling and often dangerous world of New York while trying to find food, shelter, and ultimately, a sense of belonging.
One of the film’s strongest aspects is its urban setting, which gives it a distinctive tone among Disney’s 1980s output. The animation captures the energy and grit of New York City — from its busy streets and glowing skyscrapers to its darker, rundown alleys. This contemporary backdrop was a departure from the fairy tale worlds of Disney’s earlier films, marking a move toward more modern storytelling. The inclusion of contemporary music and cultural references also contributed to this fresh approach. The film’s soundtrack, featuring artists like Billy Joel, who also voices Dodger, and Bette Midler, gives it a lively pop-rock flavor that reflects the era’s style and energy.
Thematically, Oliver and Company explores friendship, loyalty, and the idea of family beyond blood ties. Oliver’s journey from a lonely stray to a loved companion mirrors the classic Dickensian theme of innocence encountering hardship and kindness in an unforgiving world. Each character, from Dodger’s roguish charm to Fagin’s vulnerability, adds depth to the story’s emotional core. The film also contrasts the harsh realities of street life with moments of warmth and humor, making it accessible to both children and adults.
While Oliver and Company was not as critically acclaimed as some later Disney Renaissance films, it played an important transitional role in Disney’s history. It marked the studio’s return to musical storytelling and helped set the stage for the revitalization of Disney animation that would soon follow with The Little Mermaid (1989). With its catchy songs, vibrant city atmosphere, and heartfelt characters, Oliver and Company remains a nostalgic favorite that reflects Disney’s creative experimentation during the 1980s.
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