Disney Traditions by Jim Shore “Cinderella” Suzy on Spool of Thread Stone Resin Figurine, 4”;

A sweet but rarely showcased Disney character, Suzy is the tiny seamstress from Cinderella (1950). Aside from her sewing expertise, the skill set of this female friend of Jaq and Gus includes leadership, for in Walt Disney’s animated fairy tale she motivates an army of mice and birds to fashion a party dress for Cinderella. The pose of this memorable mouse, as interpreted by acclaimed folk artist Jim Shore, is so eye-pleasingly lively that this busy little lady looks like she is ready to bustle off and sew up a storm at any moment. Enhanced with traditional patterns and decorative motifs inspired by homemade folk art, this little miss has an applique-like floral ornamentation on the front of her lace-bordered apron and a quilt-like pattern on the front of diminutive skirt—all with a rustic hand-hewn look as if carved from wood. Her tail—complete with pert bow undoubtedly given to Suzy by Cinderella herself— is made of wire as is her thread, and the needle she so nimbly wields is made of metal. This mouse maiden is prettily poised on one of the tools of her trade, a spool of thread. Suzy’s inspiring can-do attitude is evident in this precious piece, a must-have for every collection.