Icons of Pop Culture · Sale 75795 · Lot 337
How the Grinch Stole Christmas – Baby Grinch's “Pumbersella” Concept Art
A beautifully vibrant autographed concept art print featuring the “Baby Grinch’s Distressed Pumbersella”, designed by Fireball Tim Lawrence for Ron Howard’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000). This 11" x 11" preproduction design print, framed to 14" x 14", captures one of the most whimsical props created for the film, the Pumbersella used by Baby Grinch. Rendered in rich tones of green, yellow, and orange, this design represents the “distressed” version of the Pumbersella, seen in the film’s playful yet heartfelt flashback sequences. The artwork is personally signed by concept artist Fireball Tim Lawrence at the lower right corner. As a key member of the Grinch art department, Lawrence helped visualize many of Whoville’s iconic props and set pieces, blending Seussian surrealism with practical craftsmanship. His imaginative vision contributed to the film’s distinctive look, which earned it an Academy Award® for Best Makeup and widespread acclaim for its production design. This rare signed print celebrates the artistry behind one of the film’s most memorable creations a quirky yet charming symbol of Whoville’s eccentricity and the Grinch’s origins.
The item(s) may exhibit varying levels of wear and studio distressing, as detailed in the listing images that provide an accurate representation of the condition.