Studio Ghibli - 11 Original Cel & Douga - Princess Mononoke - "San" - 1997
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Description from the seller
From: Princess Mononoke
This is an authentic, original, one-of-a-kind Japanese production cel set, hand-painted by studio artists and used in the creation of Princess Mononoke, one of Studio Ghibli's most iconic films.
As original production materials, these artworks are entirely unique, with no duplicates in existence.
This multiple cel set features San, captured across a sequence of consecutive frames that show her running through the forest in an action-packed scene of the movie. A custom-made frame and mat have been specially designed to display five of these frames in sequence, allowing the movement to be appreciated as intended.
The set includes a total of six original cels, with five displayed in the frame and one additional cel not currently mounted. The background is a reproduction. Five original douga drawings are also included as extras; however, as they were previously adhered to the cels and later separated, they are in fragile condition and are provided for reference purposes only.
The cels were professionally separated from the douga by a conservation expert. Minor stabilization work was carried out on areas where paint had lifted from the cel surface. Overall, the set remains in good condition and has been carefully preserved.
A Certificate of Registration will be included with your purchase.
The set has been carefully inspected by our specialists, and their details have been registered in the Japanime Art Gallery Online Archive. After purchase, you can access and verify the archive record at any time by searching for the unique registration number shown on the certificate.
This item is presented interleaved with MicroChamber paper placed, an archival material used to protect artwork by reducing harmful acids and paint fumes which damage the cel over time. We are currently the only seller in Japan offering anime cels presented this way.
Please note that this is a vintage production item. Despite careful storage, age-appropriate wear such as light handling marks, minor paint wear, or small imperfections may be present. Buyers are strongly encouraged to examine all images carefully prior to bidding.
Medium: Original animation cels (ink and acrylic paint on celluloid), with reproduction background
Cel Size/Douga Size: 35.3 x 23 cm
Size with frame: 106 x 32 x 3 cm
This artwork is offered framed by default (custom display frame for sequence presentation).
Condition: Fair (Cels) / Damaged (Douga)
(The cels are well-preserved overall, with minor restoration performed on areas of paint separation. The included douga are in poor condition and provided as extras.)
Set Includes:
6 original hand-painted animation cels (5 displayed, 1 additional)
5 original douga drawings (in fragile condition, included as extras)
1 custom display frame with sequential layout
*Shipping & Options*
Please be advised that DHL shipping rates have recently increased following changes to European import and customs regulations. As a result, we have had to revise our shipping fees accordingly.
- The artwork is offered framed by default.
- Shipped via DHL with tracking.
- For international deliveries, the final carrier will be DHL or its local partner in the destination country.
- Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, though delays may occur due to customs or local conditions.
*Important Information*
- Import duties and taxes are not included and are the buyer’s responsibility.
- You may be contacted by customs or the delivery company — please respond promptly to avoid delays.
- If a parcel is returned due to non-collection or lack of response, reshipping costs will be charged to the buyer.
- If no response is received within one month after return, we reserve the right to resell the item.
Seller's Story
Japanime Art Gallery is a Japan-based art gallery specializing in authentic anime and manga production art and historically significant collectibles.
We primarily curate original animation cels, original drawings, and production materials created during the golden era of hand-drawn Japanese animation, from the 1970s to the 1990s. In addition, we carefully select rare posters, official reproduction artworks, reproduction manuscripts, and related materials that represent the history and cultural context of anime and manga.
All works offered by Japanime Art Gallery are selected based on our independent curatorial standards, with a strong emphasis on authenticity, historical background, cultural significance, and preservation condition. Even when offering reproduction works, we only handle officially produced, exhibition-related, or limited-distribution items that hold genuine collectable value.
Our mission is not simply to sell artworks, but to elevate anime and manga art as a recognized and respected category within the global art market, and to preserve and pass on its cultural value to future generations.
We see ourselves as long-term custodians of anime and manga art, responsible for preserving, contextualizing, and introducing these works to the world as cultural and artistic assets.
From: Princess Mononoke
This is an authentic, original, one-of-a-kind Japanese production cel set, hand-painted by studio artists and used in the creation of Princess Mononoke, one of Studio Ghibli's most iconic films.
As original production materials, these artworks are entirely unique, with no duplicates in existence.
This multiple cel set features San, captured across a sequence of consecutive frames that show her running through the forest in an action-packed scene of the movie. A custom-made frame and mat have been specially designed to display five of these frames in sequence, allowing the movement to be appreciated as intended.
The set includes a total of six original cels, with five displayed in the frame and one additional cel not currently mounted. The background is a reproduction. Five original douga drawings are also included as extras; however, as they were previously adhered to the cels and later separated, they are in fragile condition and are provided for reference purposes only.
The cels were professionally separated from the douga by a conservation expert. Minor stabilization work was carried out on areas where paint had lifted from the cel surface. Overall, the set remains in good condition and has been carefully preserved.
A Certificate of Registration will be included with your purchase.
The set has been carefully inspected by our specialists, and their details have been registered in the Japanime Art Gallery Online Archive. After purchase, you can access and verify the archive record at any time by searching for the unique registration number shown on the certificate.
This item is presented interleaved with MicroChamber paper placed, an archival material used to protect artwork by reducing harmful acids and paint fumes which damage the cel over time. We are currently the only seller in Japan offering anime cels presented this way.
Please note that this is a vintage production item. Despite careful storage, age-appropriate wear such as light handling marks, minor paint wear, or small imperfections may be present. Buyers are strongly encouraged to examine all images carefully prior to bidding.
Medium: Original animation cels (ink and acrylic paint on celluloid), with reproduction background
Cel Size/Douga Size: 35.3 x 23 cm
Size with frame: 106 x 32 x 3 cm
This artwork is offered framed by default (custom display frame for sequence presentation).
Condition: Fair (Cels) / Damaged (Douga)
(The cels are well-preserved overall, with minor restoration performed on areas of paint separation. The included douga are in poor condition and provided as extras.)
Set Includes:
6 original hand-painted animation cels (5 displayed, 1 additional)
5 original douga drawings (in fragile condition, included as extras)
1 custom display frame with sequential layout
*Shipping & Options*
Please be advised that DHL shipping rates have recently increased following changes to European import and customs regulations. As a result, we have had to revise our shipping fees accordingly.
- The artwork is offered framed by default.
- Shipped via DHL with tracking.
- For international deliveries, the final carrier will be DHL or its local partner in the destination country.
- Estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, though delays may occur due to customs or local conditions.
*Important Information*
- Import duties and taxes are not included and are the buyer’s responsibility.
- You may be contacted by customs or the delivery company — please respond promptly to avoid delays.
- If a parcel is returned due to non-collection or lack of response, reshipping costs will be charged to the buyer.
- If no response is received within one month after return, we reserve the right to resell the item.
Seller's Story
Japanime Art Gallery is a Japan-based art gallery specializing in authentic anime and manga production art and historically significant collectibles.
We primarily curate original animation cels, original drawings, and production materials created during the golden era of hand-drawn Japanese animation, from the 1970s to the 1990s. In addition, we carefully select rare posters, official reproduction artworks, reproduction manuscripts, and related materials that represent the history and cultural context of anime and manga.
All works offered by Japanime Art Gallery are selected based on our independent curatorial standards, with a strong emphasis on authenticity, historical background, cultural significance, and preservation condition. Even when offering reproduction works, we only handle officially produced, exhibition-related, or limited-distribution items that hold genuine collectable value.
Our mission is not simply to sell artworks, but to elevate anime and manga art as a recognized and respected category within the global art market, and to preserve and pass on its cultural value to future generations.
We see ourselves as long-term custodians of anime and manga art, responsible for preserving, contextualizing, and introducing these works to the world as cultural and artistic assets.
Details
Item
Original Cel & Douga
Number of objects
11
Series
Princess Mononoke
Condition
Good condition
Artist
Studio Ghibli
Title of artwork
"San"
Year
1997
Width
35.3 cm
Height
23 cm
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