Arribas Brothers glass blown cinderella castle 19"

Hi Ellen,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The Arribas Brothers - Tomas and Alfonso - met with Walt Disney in 1964 when they were representing Spain at the 1964-65 Worlds Fair, where they impressed him with their artistry in glass. They continue to provide hand-blown glass mementoes for Disney tourists around the world, with some of their larger creations being insured for five- and six-figure sums (these figures named in news releases when larger castles than this have been broken or vandalized).
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Arribas Brothers Hand-Blown Glass Cinderella Castle
made for Disney, mid/late 20th Century
In 9 sections, centering a tall turreted sections surrounded by shorter turreted sections with flags.
19 inches high
CONDITION: The client represents this has three broken pieces, which negatively impact the value of this castle.
PROVENANCE: Acquired at a second-hand store.
$ 800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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