r/AnimationCels

I posted this a couple days ago, and there are a fair amount of comments that make me a bit confused. I have no problem with people having opinions, as I don't want to gate-keep creative thinking, but I received many comments with a similar tone as this comment, and it makes me curious because I feel like I made it clear that I would essentially be breaking even ($0 cost), if not actually profiting from the transaction of making this purchase.

I don't believe this logic is hard to deduce, so I'm assuming no one has trouble understanding this, so it makes me wonder if it's fundamentally that people wouldn't take a piece like this even if for free (or slightly at a profit)? I'm just curious of the current climate of cel collectors, as I haven't really been interacting with the community much. It makes me curious mainly because I think having a piece of history like this is an absolute steal for $0 cost, even though it admittedly does take up a bit of space. I believe the frame is 24" tall. But there's also the option to hang it on a wall, which doesn't interfere with any floor space limitations. It is not common to run into a Perfect Blue set with complete hand drawn background and cel material

I've had these in storage almost two decades not knowing what show it was from - I picked them up at an anime con in college thinking they were cute. Every cel has its matching douga and is in good shape aside from some of the lighter line work fading. The paint is stuck to the clear protective overlay on the front (not the cellophane bag) and I haven't attempted to separate it. The production folder with some notes is also there.

After doing some research I figured out this is from the 1996 anime Maya no Isshō about a family and their pet dog during WWII.

My question is, if I want to sell it do I go through eBay? Is there an auction house that deals with animation cels that would be better? I really don't want them to get separated, and I want them to go to a serious collector who will take care of it. Thanks! :)

These are all hand drawn by Takamoto himself! I can't wait to figure out a nice way to display them!

1. The basis for a limited edition sericel called Witless for the prosecution (35 made)
2. The final form of Witless for the Prosecution
3. A scene from Mystery Mask Mix-up used for promotional art
4. A scene from A Tiki Scare is No Fair used for promotional art

Edit: All three images are confirmed as to be the sketch used to create three different limited edition cels. Neat!

Vintage hand-painted animation production cels x 2 from the classic Japanese anime Space Battleship Yamato (Star Blazers), featuring Captain Juzo Okita and Dr. Sakezo Sado.

This is original animation production material rather than a reproduction or modern print.

The piece retains its original Mandarake labels, including a Mandarake 「2枚組」 (“2-sheet set”) label, along with handwritten production markings.

World renowned Heritage auctions have given a valuation of around 750 USD per cel. Please note a certificate of authenticity is not included.

Vintage production item with age-related condition as shown in the photographs. It has been left as received and I have not attempted to separate or clean the individual layers.

A rare piece of original Japanese animation artwork from one of the most important classic anime franchises.

Open to sensible offers.

Recently got this not sure what it is worth doesnt come with a coa, thanks in advance

I bought this dragon ball animation cel a while back and have yet to find where it came from. The listing said it’s from the OG series. Help me identify what scene it’s from! [yahoo auctions link](https://auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/b1155991889)

Picked this up from a local convention a few years ago from someone im going to assume worked on the show. Would this be considered a story board? Production art? All I remember is that i bought it on impulse because I was a huge fan of the show growing up but I didn't really know what it was

Hey all, in the spirit of ringing in Ren and Stimpy's 35th anniversary earlier this week, I'm displaying another part of my collection of cels which are up for grabs. They feature sought after episodes with iconic scenes.

All original production cels. All are 1.5K+ (includes shipping + signature on delivery).

Do not hesitate to reach out. Also providing discounts on multiple item orders 😊 Cheers and hit me up if you see something you like 💚

Here are some RnS cels that sold on Heritage with prices (which includes their buyer’s premium). Happy three five

Hi! I want to frame my moomin cel, and could use some advice. The scene has 3 cels which are stuck together, then a loose sheet of plastic, then the painted background.

Ideally i would want to frame the whole background because i like the look of the larger scene and live edges.

However the plastic sheet between the cels and the background is very thin and a bit buckled with a very very faint vinegar smell. Can i replace it with some acid free sheet instead and frame it as is? Any recommendations on what i can buy instead?

I know separating the background and cels by air is best, but i can't think of a way that would work unless i have a big mat that covers a lot of the background.

Thanks!

Anyone have something similiar to this for sale? I just got into collecting for Samurai Jack!

Hey all 😊

This is a post for all my collector friends out there and those looking to start their own collection. I'll be offloading a good chunk of my Ren and Stimpy collection of original production cels 👀

Reason? I've had them for 8 years now, and some were only displayed for the first year. They're kind of just sitting there in my cabinet; whereas my fellow "superior creatures" may showcase them to friends, family and lovers alike.

Prices range from $450 - $1500 USD, don't be shy to shoot me a message if any interest you. Cheers and I hope you see something you like 😘

Hey all, editing this to advise you all that I have since cancelled my order, so I will not be purchasing this piece, as, with the help of an excellent user GasmaskTed (bless your soul 💚), it has been identified as a PUBLICITY cel and not an original PRODUCTION cel - a distinction which has been marked in the thread. We are keeping it up as a lesson to others looking to collect to know what they are purchasing before buying 😊

Original post: A cel from this episode was my most sought-after piece. Ever since I started collecting I always yearned for a cel with cousin Sven Hoëk, and now I FINALLY managed to find one. I lack the vocabulary to properly express the elation I am feeling. I genuinely could not be happier 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲

No idea how much they cost, but I'm happy to have them

The top and middle are printed for presentation. The bottom window is fully hand drawn material

I believe this one set me back like $700, which I believe is a good deal. It came with substantially more side material than this including a couple other cels and paper material, and I've since sold $200 of it to recoup a bit, and have a fair bit more to let go of.

Edit: I seem to have attracted people who interpreted my post as a sleight for some reason, and I'm sorry about that. I really just meant to post this for fun, since I thought some people might enjoy it, I personally no longer really even care about this piece (or anime production material in general, for that matter), as I've had it for a while now, so my posting it wasn't even really for myself. Just a long winded way of stating, sorry if it came off as me trying to flex or look down upon others.

Title cel from the 1940 Porky Pig cartoon The Sour Puss, directed by Bob Clampett. Non zero chance some of the Akira cels I have are worth more, but those weee fairly cheap when I bought them 20 years ago

I was already planning on sharing this here at some point since someone told me I should when I referenced the purchase under a different post so when I saw the theme I realized there was no better time than now.

This is technically not the most expensive animation art purchase I’ve ever made, as I’ve dropped higher numbers on lots with multiple items, nor the most expensive item I’ve ever considered purchasing only for someone else to go for it first, nor the highest bid I‘ve ever placed on animation art only for someone else to bid even higher (roughly $5k), but
in fitting with the prompt this is the priciest single item I’ve purchased.

This is a gorgeous entirely frame-filling key cel of Asuka from Episode 22’ of Evangelion (the Director’s Cut version of the episode), when her mind is invaded by an angel and she is forced to relive her most traumatic experiences and confront her deepest fears and insecurities all at once. This is one of my favorite scenes from the entire series and the one which helped me to truly understand Asuka’s character. It ran me roughly $2200, which isn’t exactly chump change but is definitely going to be a record broken several times over the years, especially with how the market’s been as of late.