Stars: 5 out of 5
Pros: Two lesser done characters; creatively done
Cons: Very slight tip
The Bottom Line:
Lesser characters
Captured in iconic scene
New series starts right
Ichabod and Katrina Dance onto Your Tree
With how popular The Disney Store’s 2014-2015 Moments That
Made Disney ornament series was, it’s hardly surprising that they decided to
come up with a new series. And so August saw the first release in a
new yearlong series – Art of Disney Animation. The series kicks off
with some lesser done characters, and Ichabod and Katrina is an instant hit
with this DisNerd.
This ornament captures them in mid-dance at the party where
Ichabod makes his move and starts dancing with the lovely Katrina – the moment
that Ichabod transforms from a bumbling duck into a graceful swan. He’s
got one hand reaching up to his full height, and yet Katrina’s hand is in his
palm. They are staring deeply into each other’s eyes. And
Ichabod is taking a step back, so his back foot is actually off the circle
base.
Actually, it’s that last bit that I just
love. It’s a nice touch that gives them the illusion of being in
motion. I wouldn’t have thought anything of it if they had been in
the middle of the base, but them being off to a side is just fun. Their pink and dark green colors are lovely
as well. Really, this is a great
ornament to look at.
Plus we have to talk about the fact that these are two very
minor characters in the Disney cannon from an all but forgotten short just trotted
out each year at Halloween. Yet they still made it part of this
limited edition series. I just love that since I love collecting as
many different Disney characters as I can. You could also put this
out for Halloween or Christmas is you so desired, which is an added bonus.
Of course, that circle base gives them a nice level
platform, so you could set this out year round if that’s what you want to do. There
is a red ribbon on the top, and if you go to hang the ornament, you’ll find
that it tips just slightly to the side. That’s not surprising since
the figures are off center. What is surprising is it is opposite the
way you would expect it to tip. It’s not
super noticeable and worth noting only in passing.
A surprising moment of animation involving two lesser
characters is perfectly captured in Ichabod and Katrina. Is it any
wonder I love this fun ornament?
Original Price: $19.95
Love Disney animation? You'll want to check out the rest of the Art of Disney Animation ornament series.
Love Disney animation? You'll want to check out the rest of the Art of Disney Animation ornament series.
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