Beatletoons Mitchell Axelrod Signed Book Joe Calcagno Cartoon Beatles Animation
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* Title: Beatletoons: The Real Story Behind the Cartoon Beatles
* Author: Mitchell Axelrod
* Year: 1999 First Edition
* Book Status: Out of Print
* Format: Trade Paperback
* Features: Hand-Signed & Inscribed by Author
* Item Length: 10 in
* Item Width: 7.5 in
* Item Weight: 15.2 oz
PROVENANCE & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
This unique copy features a handwritten inscription from author Mitchell Axelrod directly to the family of the show's original animator:
"Dean, I hope I've done your father proud! Enjoy! Mitchell Axelrod"
* Inscribed To: Dean, son of legendary Golden Age Marvel/Timely Comics artist and animator Joe Calcagno.
* Historical Context: Joe Calcagno was the foundational animator responsible for creating the original character layout models and iconic, distorted poses for the 1960s ABC animated Beatles television series.
* Chain of Custody: Obtained directly from the family via Joe Calcagno’s grandson, Jon Colton Barry (Emmy-nominated storyboard artist, writer, and director for Disney's "Phineas and Ferb").
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA)
Includes an official, serialized Certificate of Authenticity issued by Archive Reserve. This document guarantees the authenticity of Mitchell Axelrod's signature and verifies the direct lineage to the Calcagno/Barry family tree.
Condition Report:
* Overall: Very Good vintage condition.
* Pages: Clean, bright, and free of writing, underlining, highlighting, or dog-ears. Tight binding.
* Cover/Spine: Minor edge and corner shelf wear. Glossy cover retains sharp, bright colors.
* Inscription: Clear, dark blue ink signature with no smudging or fading.
Shipping Details:
* Book is wrapped securely in bubble wrap and shipped inside a rigid box to prevent bending.
* Shipped via trackable, insured mail service.
* Please review all photos for exact cosmetic details.
* Title: Beatletoons: The Real Story Behind the Cartoon Beatles
* Author: Mitchell Axelrod
* Year: 1999 First Edition
* Book Status: Out of Print
* Format: Trade Paperback
* Features: Hand-Signed & Inscribed by Author
* Item Length: 10 in
* Item Width: 7.5 in
* Item Weight: 15.2 oz
PROVENANCE & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
This unique copy features a handwritten inscription from author Mitchell Axelrod directly to the family of the show's original animator:
"Dean, I hope I've done your father proud! Enjoy! Mitchell Axelrod"
* Inscribed To: Dean, son of legendary Golden Age Marvel/Timely Comics artist and animator Joe Calcagno.
* Historical Context: Joe Calcagno was the foundational animator responsible for creating the original character layout models and iconic, distorted poses for the 1960s ABC animated Beatles television series.
* Chain of Custody: Obtained directly from the family via Joe Calcagno’s grandson, Jon Colton Barry (Emmy-nominated storyboard artist, writer, and director for Disney's "Phineas and Ferb").
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA)
Includes an official, serialized Certificate of Authenticity issued by Archive Reserve. This document guarantees the authenticity of Mitchell Axelrod's signature and verifies the direct lineage to the Calcagno/Barry family tree.
Condition Report:
* Overall: Very Good vintage condition.
* Pages: Clean, bright, and free of writing, underlining, highlighting, or dog-ears. Tight binding.
* Cover/Spine: Minor edge and corner shelf wear. Glossy cover retains sharp, bright colors.
* Inscription: Clear, dark blue ink signature with no smudging or fading.
Shipping Details:
* Book is wrapped securely in bubble wrap and shipped inside a rigid box to prevent bending.
* Shipped via trackable, insured mail service.
* Please review all photos for exact cosmetic details.
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