Walt Peregoy Abstract oil on Board P2917
Bold, bright and beautiful.
Walt Peregoy worked as a Disney artist designing for various films and theme park attractions.
This design work for panels at Disney's iconic Small World attraction circa 1955 was never used as often his work was more advanced than what was required.
This piece just unearthed from a private collection.
Signed lower right corner.
3' x 4' framed. 39" x 51" artwork.
Alwyn Walter "Walt" Peregoy (November 17, 1925 – January 16, 2015) was an American artist who was a color stylist and background artist for animated cartoons. Among the studios he worked for were Walt Disney Productions 1951–1964, 1974–1983, Format Films and Hanna-Barbera (1968–1971 & 1973).
He received little publicity over his career, but was acclaimed for his avant-garde style. His dedication, creativity and contributions to animation while at Disney earned Peregoy the honor of being inducted into the Disney Legends roster in 2008.