Disney unveils one-of-a-kind sculpture to celebrate its 100th anniversary
DISNEY has unveiled a one-of-a-kind sculpture to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
“The Structural Sorcerer” is based on original artwork for Mickey Mouse’s 90th anniversary, created by the legendary designer Virgil Abloh for CHAOS magazine before he died in 2021.
The 6ft artwork – based on Mickey’s character in 1940 film Fantasia – was designed by Virgil Abloh Securities’ firm ALASKA ALASKA, at the Royal College of Art in Battersea, London.
It marks the launch of Create 100, a global celebration of creativity, marking a century of Disney storytelling.
Additional artworks, items and experiences, together with the stories behind them, will be revealed over the summer – all planned to be auctioned to benefit the Make-A-Wish foundation.
The Create 100 contributions feature everything from musical elements to comic books to recreations of iconic movie props and more.
They come from talent including Beyoncé, French fashion designer Christian Louboutin and global creative director for Swarovski Giovanna Engelbert.
Also involved are Chinese virtuoso pianist Lang Lang, fashion pioneer Tommy Hilfiger and celebrated Brazilian artist Vik Muniz.
Tasia Filippatos, from the entertainment giant, said: “Disney’s timeless stories and characters have made an indelible mark on pop culture around the globe, transcending borders, industries and generations.
“We couldn’t think of a better way to honour 100 years of Disney storytelling than by collaborating with this outstanding collective of visionaries in support of Make-A-Wish.”
Disney World in Orlando, Florida, this month announced a new festive party, with plenty of exclusive entertainment, food and magical shows.
Disney have also posted a job advert hiring staff to work on their luxury cruise ships, which means you could get paid to travel the world.
This is the Disney Dream cruise line’s first ever summer season sailing the Mediterranean.