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Collection of Harper Goff Disneyland designs and more available for auction tomorrow at Bonhams in New York

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Abstract painting inspired by Harper Goff’s Disneyland concepts, capturing the whimsical charm of a seaside port filled with classic ships, vibrant buildings, lush greenery, and a prominent green tank in the foreground—evoking the adventurous ambiance of New York Harbor scenes reimagined with Disney magic. This imaginative piece would delight any fan of theme park artistry and could easily become a conversation starter in a collector’s showcase or stand out at an entertainment memorabilia auction like Bonhams.

Harper Goff is a legendary Disney artist who most notably created the designs for the “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” film and various Disneyland attractions, among other incredible projects for the Walt Disney Company.

Tomorrow, several of Goff’s designs, as well as some other memorabilia, will be available for auction at Bonhams in New York.

The collection will include:

An original concept design for Main Street USA ($800-$1200)

Intricate line art of a lively Main Street, U.S.A.-style avenue with charming two-story buildings, inviting balconies, bustling shops, and guests strolling past storefronts—evoking the nostalgic feel of early Disneyland and Harper Goff’s iconic Disney park architecture.

A hand-colored concept design for Disneyland’s Jungle Cruise ($2000-$3000)

Riverboat docked at a classic Jungle Cruise-inspired riverside station, surrounded by lush foliage and adventure-themed cabins—capturing the nostalgic magic of early Disneyland designs in the style of Harper Goff, reminiscent of collectible props seen at Bonhams New York auctions.

A design of a 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Vulcania attraction ($1500-$2000)

Whimsical map of “Captain Nemo’s Island Vulcania,” inspired by Harper Goff’s classic Disneyland aesthetics, featuring detailed fantasy architecture and Nautilus ships—inviting guests to imagine their own adventures in an immersive theme park setting.

A concept design for Disneyland’s unrealized Discovery Bay ($1,000-$2,000)

Abstract painting inspired by Harper Goff’s Disneyland concepts, capturing the whimsical charm of a seaside port filled with classic ships, vibrant buildings, lush greenery, and a prominent green tank in the foreground—evoking the adventurous ambiance of New York Harbor scenes reimagined with Disney magic. This imaginative piece would delight any fan of theme park artistry and could easily become a conversation starter in a collector’s showcase or stand out at an entertainment memorabilia auction like Bonhams.

To see the complete collection of Harper Goff materials that will be available for auction and for more information on each item, visit Bonhams’ official website.

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