Hi Christina,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Betty Boop was created by Max Fleischer, an American animator and film producer, along with his Fleischer Studios team. She first appeared in 1930 in the cartoon "Dizzy Dishes", part of the Talkartoon series.

While Max Fleischer and his studio created Betty Boop, Myron Waldman was one of the key animators at Fleischer Studios who helped bring her to life. He worked on many Betty Boop cartoons throughout the 1930s and was known for his skillful animation that gave her her distinctive charm and personality.

Waldman’s animation helped define Betty’s movements, expressions, and playful style, making her one of the most memorable and beloved characters of the era. So while he didn’t create her, he was definitely a major contributor to her success and legacy as an animator behind the scenes.

Other drawings of Betty Boop by Waldman that have come to auction have sold in a fairly broad range of values, depending on the size of the drawing, complexity of the composition and condition. Ones comparable to this one have sold in the range of $125-175.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

Myron Waldman (American, 1908-2006)
"Betty Boop"
circa 1950s
pencil and pen on paper
With presentation inscription to Vlado and Renata Belica
Frame: 17-1/2 inches by 15-1/2 inches
CONDITION: matted and framed; this appears to be in generally good condition.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 125-175*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia