Disney Traditions Fact File Long Ago in Paris Disney Traditions Storybook Collection (6013080)

aristocats Fact Files

Open the storybook on Long Ago in Paris (6013080), a Disney Traditions design featuring Duchess and her kittens from The Aristocats.

Long Time Ago in Paris Specifications

Feature Details
Collection Disney Traditions – Storybook Collection
Figurine Name Long Ago in Paris
Characters Duchess, Marie, Toulouse & Berlioz
Film Disney's The Aristocats (1970)
Product Code 6013080
Artist Jim Shore
Manufacturer Enesco
Material Stone Resin
Height 6.1 in (15.5 cm)
Width 7.3 in (18.5 cm)
Introduced 2023
Status Retired / Discontinued

 

 

Long Ago in Paris is a charming addition to Jim Shore's Storybook Collection, celebrating Disney's beloved The Aristocats. Designed as an open storybook, the figurine captures Duchess and her three kittens in an elegant Parisian-inspired scene, blending classic Disney nostalgia with Jim Shore's signature folk-art style.


About the Characters - The Aristocats

The figurine features:

  • Duchess – The graceful and caring mother cat.
  • Thomas O'Malley - The charasmatic adventurer.
  • Marie – The playful and confident white kitten.
  • Toulouse – The adventurous orange kitten with artistic ambitions.
  • Berlioz – The shy but talented black kitten with a love of music.

Together they are among Disney's most beloved feline families.


About the Film - The Aristocats

Released in 1970, The Aristocats follows Duchess and her kittens as they journey home across Paris after being kidnapped by the family butler. Along the way they are helped by the carefree alley cat Thomas O'Malley and a colorful cast of memorable characters. The film has remained a Disney favorite for over 50 years thanks to its humor, memorable music and timeless charm.


About the Figurine: Long Time Ago in Paris

This beautifully sculpted Storybook piece recreates the opening of the Aristocats story in a unique book-shaped design. Rich sculpted details, soft pastel colors and Jim Shore's traditional quilt patterns make it an eye-catching display piece from every angle.

As part of the increasingly popular Storybook Collection, it stands out from traditional figurines by combining storytelling with display appeal.


Did You Know?

The Storybook Collection is one of Jim Shore's most distinctive Disney ranges, with each figurine designed to look like an open illustrated book, recreating iconic scenes from classic Disney films.


Collectability & Value

Prices quoted below are in British pounds (GBP). They reflect the original UK-market context, rather than current US valuations.

  • Introduced in 2023 and now retired.
  • Relatively scarce on the secondary market, with few examples regularly appearing for sale.
  • Particularly desirable among Aristocats collectors and fans of the Storybook Collection.
  • Estimated boxed value (excellent condition): £90–120, with exceptional examples potentially achieving more as availability decreases.

Display Ideas

This figurine looks particularly striking displayed:

  • Alongside other Disney Traditions Storybook pieces.
  • With other Aristocats collectibles.
  • On a bookshelf where the storybook design can be fully appreciated.
  • As part of a Disney Classics display.

Caring for Your Figurine

  • Dust regularly using a soft brush or microfibre cloth.
  • Avoid prolonged direct sunlight to prevent fading.
  • Handle by the solid base rather than delicate details.
  • Store in its original box when not on display.

 

Long Ago in Paris beautifully captures the elegance and warmth of The Aristocats. With its unique Storybook presentation, detailed sculpting and increasing scarcity, it is a wonderful addition to any Disney Traditions collection and a piece that is likely to remain highly sought after by collectors.





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