Obi-Wan Kenobi
Figure
2005 (manufactured)
2005 (manufactured)
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George Lucas's six Star War films were released between 1977 and 2005. The first one, Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) became the most successful film in history and grossed over $290 million. It was not only the film that became a success but also the mechandising that was produced along side the film. The films captured the public's imagination and paved the way for the merchandising that accompanies many films today. A whole host of toy figures, spacecrafts and vehicles were available, as well as costumes, stationery, bedroom accessories and slippers.
This figure of Obi-Wan Kenobi is from Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith. There is a picture on the left hand side of the package of the character from the film who was played by Ewan McGregor.
This figure of Obi-Wan Kenobi is from Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith. There is a picture on the left hand side of the package of the character from the film who was played by Ewan McGregor.
Object details
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| Title | Obi-Wan Kenobi (manufacturer's title) |
| Materials and techniques | plastic and card |
| Brief description | Obi-Wan Kenobi figure in blister pack, from Star Wars, Episode 3, Revenge of the Sith, made in China by Hasbro in 2005. |
| Physical description | Star Wars figure of Obi-Wan Kenobi in a blister pack. The pack has a printed background and is cut into the shape of Darth Vader's head. The top of the card is cut to allow it to hang on a peg for shop use. The plastic cover is domed and the figure is held in the centre. There is a picture of the character from the film on the left-hand side. In the centre at the bottom is the Star Wars logo with the film title below, Revenge of the Sith. On the right hand side are the words "Slashing Attack!". |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Star Wars
Revenge of the Sith
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Slashing Attack! |
| Credit line | Given by Hasbro UK |
| Summary | George Lucas's six Star War films were released between 1977 and 2005. The first one, Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) became the most successful film in history and grossed over $290 million. It was not only the film that became a success but also the mechandising that was produced along side the film. The films captured the public's imagination and paved the way for the merchandising that accompanies many films today. A whole host of toy figures, spacecrafts and vehicles were available, as well as costumes, stationery, bedroom accessories and slippers. This figure of Obi-Wan Kenobi is from Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith. There is a picture on the left hand side of the package of the character from the film who was played by Ewan McGregor. |
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| Accession number | B.224-2009 |
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| Record created | October 14, 2009 |
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