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A global phenomenon when originally released in 1977 producing (at the time) a multitude of related merchandise including some exceptional commercial posters. Factors Inc of California were responsible for some of the best and examples have gone on to become very collectable in their own right. Very much a favourite among Star Wars collectors is the Hildebrandt artwork as presented here on this original vintage 1977 “Star Wars” poster…in original unrestored condition this excellent rolled (as issued) example has deep unfaded vibrant colours and some of the finest “Star Wars” artwork EVER…One of the best commercial Star Wars movie posters produced in 1977…“Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”
Trivia: George Lucas was so sure this movie would flop that instead of attending the premiere, he went on vacation to Hawaii with his good friend Steven Spielberg, where they came up with the idea for Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981).
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A global phenomenon when originally released in 1977 producing (at the time) a multitude of related merchandise including some exceptional posters one of which was a design by revered fantasy artists Drew Struzan & Charlie White. Struzan is now regarded as THE ‘Star Wars’ movie poster artist with this collaboration with White being his first recognised work for the franchise. Very much a favourite among Star Wars collectors the ‘Circus Style D’ artwork was re-used as a US one sheet in 1992 for the 15th Anniversary re-release when printed and distributed by Kilian Enterprises. The print quality and colour saturation is incredible with Kilian considered the best of the best in respect of the limited edition Anniversary posters produced. Presented here in original unrestored condition this excellent rolled (as issued) example has light handling wear, deep unfaded vibrant colours and some of the finest “Star Wars” artwork EVER !…“Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid”
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A global phenomenon when originally released in 1977 producing (at the time) a multitude of related memorabilia including some exceptional posters one of which was a design by renowned fantasy artists Greg & Tim Hildebrandt. Although more frequently associated with the British UK quad design the Hildebrandt artwork was used in the United States to advertise “Star Wars: A New Hope” under the title “La Guerra de las Galaxias” where this Spanish Language Style A one-sheet was used to promote the film in Spanish speaking countries and audiences within the U.S. Very much a favourite among Star Wars collectors the Hildebrandt artwork is incredibly sought after, with this version printed in much lower numbers than regular 1977 one-sheets with no later printings. Presented here in original unrestored condition this folded (as issued) example has deep unfaded vibrant colours and classic Star Wars artwork …“Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid”
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A global phenomenon when originally released in 1977 producing (at the time) a multitude of related merchandise and marketing material, including some exceptional movie posters. Featuring a fantastic illustration, unique among Star Wars posters, this 1979 (first release in Hungary) Hungarian poster by artist Tibor Helenyi is one of the rarest designs ever printed for the film. Part of a series the artist made for each film in the trilogy, each poster came in both a full colour format and a monotone format, with the monotone versions (as offered here) considered to be the much rarer of the two. A first time offering for us, this example presents to excellent effect with minimal handling wear. Very much a favourite among Star Wars collectors and hugely collectable it represents an incredibly scarce item of Star Wars cinematic memorabilia. “Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”
Trivia: George Lucas was so sure this movie would flop that instead of attending the premiere, he went on vacation to Hawaii with his good friend Steven Spielberg, where they came up with the idea for Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981).
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A global phenomenon when originally released in 1977 producing (at the time) a multitude of related merchandise and marketing material, including some exceptional movie posters. This original release Danish One-Sheet for “Star Wars” (Stjerne Krigen), combines art styles from both the Hildebrandt and Tom Jung campaigns and is rarely seen offered for sale, it’s an exciting and instantly recognisable mix that certainly impresses, that is very much a favourite among Star Wars collectors. Presented in original unrestored condition this folded (as issued) example has deep, unfaded vibrant colours with the blue colour tones really popping from the paper that makes a fine addition for any collector of movie posters or Star Wars memorabilia. “Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”
Trivia: George Lucas was so sure this movie would flop that instead of attending the premiere, he went on vacation to Hawaii with his good friend Steven Spielberg, where they came up with the idea for Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981).
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