If you enjoy a stroll around EPCOT’s World Showcase, we have a virtual option for you: A series of new graphic posters from Disney representing each of the nations of the World Showcase.
The posters include nods to some of the most iconic and including some of their most iconic elements, including France’s Serveur Amusant acrobats, some distinctly Disney characters, and more.
The parade of nations is part of a larger collection of posters honoring Epcot, including attractions past, present and future.
Each print measures about 14×18 inches in a mat and sells for $39.99 on shopDisney.
Along with the new artwork, Disney provided some interesting tidbits about the design of each pavilion. They’re worth a visit:
Italy
Disney says: From the canals of Venice to the Cathedrals of Florence and the rustic villages in Tuscany to the ancient ruins in Rome, Italy’s natural splendors and man-made masterpieces make it one of the world’s most beloved countries. Created by artist Stacey Aoyama, this print shows off several features of the Piazza San Marco in Venice that have been replicated in the EPCOT pavilion, including the two columns that pay tribute to the city’s patron saint, St. Mark, and the city’s original patron saint, St. Theodore.
Morocco
Disney says: Though all of the designs and concepts for the Morocco Pavilion were created by Walt Disney Imagineering, the actual artwork and decorations were produced by Moroccan artisans who worked onsite for over six months, adding to the authenticity of the World Showcase pavilion. Created by artist Eric Tan, this print features the pavilion’s replica of the Bab Bou Jeloud gate in the city of Fez and the bustling marketplace to which it leads.
Norway
Disney says: The Norway Pavilion in EPCOT takes guests on a journey through the gateway to Scandinavia, where rune stones, fjords and some of the oldest rock formations in the world can be found in this ”Land of the Midnight Sun.” Created by artist Stacey Aoyama, this print showcases the pavilion’s replica stave church and the Viking statue that stands guard over its entrance.
Japan
Disney says: Rather than reproduce a single Japanese region, the Japan Pavilion was designed to provide visitors with a representative sampling of a variety of traditional structures throughout the island country. Created by artist Stacey Aoyama, this print showcases the pavilion’s replica five-story pagoda and torii gate.
The American Adventure
Disney says: As the host pavilion of World Showcase, The American Adventure Pavilion links all nations, its central position reinforcing America’s status as a country comprised of people from all around the world. Created by artist Stacey Aoyama, this print features the pavilion’s Georgian-style mansion along with several of the Spirits of America statues that line both sides of the theater found inside.
United Kingdom
Disney says: The buildings of the United Kingdom Pavilion take guests through 400 years of British history in the architectural styles that progress from the time of Shakespeare to the age of the Victorians. This poster created by artist Eric Tan celebrates the iconic Hampton Court Palace and features appearances by some favorite British characters from classic Disney films.
Germany
Disney says: The Germany Pavilion’s gingerbread-style architecture, charming clock tower and majestic castle looming in the distance transport guests to an idealized Bavarian village. The centerpiece of this print created by Eric Tan is the pavilion’s statue of the patron saint of soldiers, St. George, defeating a dragon.
France
Disney says: One of the 11 countries featured in World Showcase at EPCOT, the France Pavilion celebrates the culture, cuisine, and entertainment of its home country. This print, designed by artist Eric Tan, pays homage to some of the pavilion’s most iconic elements.
Canada
Disney says: The Canada pavilion takes guests on an expedition across the country—from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean—exploring the cultural diversity of its scenery and its people. This poster created by artist Eric Tan features the pavilion’s totem poles carved by First Nations indigenous peoples set against a backdrop of the Hotel du Canada, a French Gothic building reminiscent of the hotels that sprang up along the route of Canada’s railroads during the Victorian era.
Mexico
Disney says: The Mexico Pavilion is a blend of the three major eras that have shaped the country—the pre-Columbian period, the Spanish-Colonial period and modern Mexico. Created by artist Stacey Aoyama, this print showcases the pavilion’s iconic Mesoamerican pyramid and Miguel, the lead character from the Disney and Pixar’s animated film set in Mexico, Coco. The characters of Coco help tell the story of Día de Muertos in the current gallery exhibit inside the pavilion.
China
Disney says: The China Pavilion at EPCOT has the ambitious task of telling the story of one of the world’s largest and oldest countries, and it does so by celebrating the beautiful architecture of Beijing’s Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Park. This print created by artist Eric Tan features the pavilion’s replica of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.
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