Star Wars Tusken Raider figure
Figure
2002 (manufactured)
2002 (manufactured)
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Star Wars: A New Hope was released in 1977. The first film of George Lucas' trilogies was the most successful in American history and grossed over $290 million. Sequels released in 1980 and 1983 were equally successful. The films captured their imagination and paved the way for the merchandising that accompanies many films today. A whole host of toy figures, spacecrafts and toy guns were available, as well as costumes, stationery, bedroom accessories and slippers.
Episode 2: Attack of the Clones is a 2002 space opera film directed by George Lucas. It was released on May 16th of that year and was set ten years after the previous film, The Phantom Menace. The Tusken Raider can also be known as 'Sand People'. They are dangerous savages who live on the planet Tatooine.
Episode 2: Attack of the Clones is a 2002 space opera film directed by George Lucas. It was released on May 16th of that year and was set ten years after the previous film, The Phantom Menace. The Tusken Raider can also be known as 'Sand People'. They are dangerous savages who live on the planet Tatooine.
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| Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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| Title | Star Wars Tusken Raider figure (manufacturer's title) |
| Materials and techniques | Printed card, moulded plastic and acrylic |
| Brief description | Star Wars Tusken Raider Figure made in China by Hasbro in 2002 |
| Physical description | The printed card is blue with the words 'Star Wars' printed across the top in gold. Next to this is some hands holding a lightsaber. The name of the character, 'Tusken Raider' is printed in white on a piece of card which can be seen through the blister pack. Since the blister pack is clear, you can also see the character. The Tusken Raider is adorned in a long, brown gown and is holding a darker brown weapon. Her face is covered with a gold mask and attached to the bag of her is a pocket in which a child is carried. |
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| Production type | Mass produced |
| Credit line | Given by Hasbro UK |
| Historical context | Episode 2: Attack of the Clones is a 2002 space opera film directed by George Lucas. It was released on May 16th of that year and was set ten years after the previous film, The Phantom Menace. |
| Summary | Star Wars: A New Hope was released in 1977. The first film of George Lucas' trilogies was the most successful in American history and grossed over $290 million. Sequels released in 1980 and 1983 were equally successful. The films captured their imagination and paved the way for the merchandising that accompanies many films today. A whole host of toy figures, spacecrafts and toy guns were available, as well as costumes, stationery, bedroom accessories and slippers. Episode 2: Attack of the Clones is a 2002 space opera film directed by George Lucas. It was released on May 16th of that year and was set ten years after the previous film, The Phantom Menace. The Tusken Raider can also be known as 'Sand People'. They are dangerous savages who live on the planet Tatooine. |
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| Accession number | B.214:1 to 3-2009 |
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| Record created | October 7, 2009 |
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