Beauty and the Beast – a Tale as Old as Time
Few Disney films have made as much film history as this one: "Beauty and the Beast" from 1991 was the first animated film to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination – years before there was even a dedicated category for it. The score by Alan Menken and the songs with lyrics by Howard Ashman won two Oscars, the title song became a classic, and in 1994 the story became the first Disney musical to conquer Broadway. The 2017 live-action remake with Emma Watson and Dan Stevens introduced a new generation to Belle, the Beast, and the enchanted castle. At Elbenwald you'll find officially licensed merchandise for the fairy-tale classic – for anyone who hears clinking porcelain and immediately thinks of talking tableware.
What makes Beauty and the Beast stand out?
An ensemble that's basically furniture. Lumière, the candelabra with a flair for showmanship, Cogsworth, the clock obsessed with order, Mrs. Potts and her son Chip as teapot and teacup: hardly any film has turned everyday objects into characters so consistently – a stroke of luck for merchandise, since here a mug with a film design isn't a transfer print, it's simply the main cast. Add to that, in Belle, a heroine who'd rather read than represent, and a Beast who has to relearn manners from scratch. The animated version's ballroom scene, staged back then with early computer assistance, is still considered one of the most famous moments in the Disney canon. In short: a fairy tale with furniture you want to adopt.
Frequently asked questions
What Beauty and the Beast products does Elbenwald offer?
Officially licensed goods with a focus on mugs – Chip above all – plus T-shirts, bags, wallets, and seasonal Christmas ornaments. Use the filters to narrow the range down by product type.
Why is Beauty and the Beast considered a milestone?
The 1991 film was the first animated film to receive a Best Picture Oscar nomination. The score by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman won two Oscars, the first Disney musical followed on Broadway in 1994, and the successful live-action remake arrived in 2017.
How do I recognize officially licensed Beauty and the Beast merchandise?
By the Disney license notice on the product or packaging. Elbenwald carries exclusively officially licensed goods – the product page names details on the respective manufacturer.
Range overview
The centerpiece lives in the kitchen: mugs featuring Chip and heat-reveal designs that transform as you pour – curse mechanics in miniature. The fairy tale is worn on T-shirts with a Be Our Guest invitation, and carried in backpacks and wallets featuring the castle staff. During the holiday season, Lumière takes over the Christmas tree ornaments, and small tokens for fairy-tale fans gather in the gift ideas.
What else goes well with it?
Belle's fellow princesses hold court at Disney Princess – from The Little Mermaid to Cinderella to Rapunzel. If you prefer desert to rose gardens, travel with Aladdin to Agrabah, and the Disney brand world gives you the full overview of the mouse's universe.
