Star Wars Action Figure, Darth Vader, 1978-1985
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Artifact Overview
George Lucas's science fiction classics, the original Star Wars trilogy of movies, captured the imaginations of adults and children alike. Toy manufacturers eagerly sought the right to sell licensed toys based on these movies. Toys such as this action figure based on a characters from the film defined childhood for many during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Action figure
Date Made
1978-1985
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Copyright of Lucasfilm, Ltd., manufactured in Hong Kong by Kenner Products of Cincinnati, Ohio
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2000.76.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Donna R. Braden
Material
Plastic
Vinyl
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.25 in
Inscriptions
©G.M.F.G.I. 1977 / HONG KONG
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