Kikis Delivery Service Original Cel Catalog Page Appraisal

Kiki's Delivery Service Original Cel Catalog Page

This item is a page from what appears to be a catalog or art book featuring rare animation cels, specifically showcasing an original production cel from the Japanese animated film 'Kiki's Delivery Service' ('Majo no Takkyuubin'). The page displays a framed image of the cel, which features the main character, Kiki, gripping a yellow object (likely a broom or flying device) while seemingly in flight against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds. The cel itself shows Kiki with her signature black dress, red bow, and dark hair, with a worried or determined expression on her face. The image is presented within a light wood-grain patterned frame with a white inner mat, suggesting a display or presentation format for the cel. Below the image, there's a reference number (S18-01D001) and the title 'Kiki's Delivery Service' in both English and Japanese. Further down, there are specifications listed: '230mm x 350mm (9" x 13.8")', 'Original cel/Douga', 'Year of release: 1989', 'Director: Hayao Miyazaki', 'Production Studio: Studio Ghibli', and a 'Special Note: Background image is not original'. This indicates the cel is an authentic piece of animation artwork from the film, but the background seen in the image is not the original painted background that would have been used with the cel during production. The print quality of the catalog page appears good, with clear reproduction of the artwork and text. The catalog page itself, an off-white color, shows minor signs of handling such as slight creasing or wear on the edges, consistent with a used book. The binding edge of the book is visible, and the page is laid out on a soft, quilted surface, indicating it's an actual physical book. This catalog serves as a valuable resource for collectors, providing details and visual representations of rare animation artifacts.