Star Wars: Escape from Death Star Game, 1977-1980
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Artifact Overview
In addition to its groundbreaking special effects, the Star Wars film series is noted for its significant merchandising. Toys, games, posters, books and other products featuring the movies' characters were enormous sellers. This board game, made by Kenner Products, is based on the Death Star, the ominous space station that is the focus of the first film's plot.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Board game (Game set)
Date Made
1977-1980
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by Kenner Products in Cincinnati, Ohio for Lucasfilm, Ltd. of Marin County, California.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2000.76.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Donna R. Braden
Material
Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic
Technique
Lithography
Dimensions
Height: 1.5 in
Width: 9.375 in
Length: 18.25 in
Inscriptions
on box: Star Wars, Escape from Death Star
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