Darth Vader
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 Darth Vader figure was produced by Hasbro in 2005. They brought the company Kenner in 1991 with the rights to continue to produce Star Wars toys. This particular toy is part of their Force Battlers range.
This Darth Vader figure was produced by Hasbro in 2005. They brought the company Kenner in 1991 with the rights to continue to produce Star Wars toys. This particular toy is part of their Force Battlers range.
Object details
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| Title | Darth Vader (manufacturer's title) |
| Materials and techniques | Plastic and card |
| Brief description | Darth Vader figure, from the Star Wars Force battle range, made in China by Hasbro in 2005. |
| Physical description | The Darth Vader character is as he appear in the film with a black outfit including boots, gloves and helmet. There is a panel on his chest that has white markers on it. He has a red Lightsaber (sword). What is unusual and particular to this range of Star Wars Toys is that his cloak has been adapted into wings. They are fixed at the centre of his back and fold just above his shoulders. They can be either released into open wings or clicked shut. |
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| 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 Darth Vader figure was produced by Hasbro in 2005. They brought the company Kenner in 1991 with the rights to continue to produce Star Wars toys. This particular toy is part of their Force Battlers range. |
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| Accession number | B.240-2009 |
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| Record created | October 21, 2009 |
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