Star Wars Darth Vader Action Figure Carrying Case, circa 1980

Artifact Overview

In addition to its groundbreaking special effects, the original Star Wars trilogy is noted for its significant merchandising. Toys, games, posters, books and other products featuring the movies' characters were enormous sellers. This storage case shaped liked Darth Vader could hold all your Star Wars action figures, Rebels and Imperials alike.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Case (Container)

Date Made

circa 1980

Creators

Lucasfilm, Ltd.
Kenner Products

Place of Creation

United States, California, Marin county
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2002.60.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic

Color

Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 15.5 in
Width: 16 in
Length: 4.875 in

Keywords	Toys (Recreational artifacts) Cases (Containers) Science fiction films Empire strikes back (Motion picture) Moss, Fred, 1970- Vader, Darth (Fictitious character) Motion pictures (Visual works)