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STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) - 24” x 24” Low Altitude Death Star Surface Piece

Currency:GBP Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Props Start Price:6,000.00 GBP Estimated At:12,000.00 - 15,000.00 GBP
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) - 24” x 24” Low Altitude Death Star Surface Piece
A 24” x 24” low altitude Death Star surface piece from George Lucas’ Star Wars: A New Hope. This piece was used as part of a miniature set of the Death Star’s immense surface, specifically for low-altitude shots when fighters flew in close proximity to the station during the Rebel assault.

Designed and built by Industrial Light & Magic’s model miniature department, the Death Star’s construction was a massive undertaking, as the sequence called for a vast battlefield consisting of unique surface panels. Constructed from dense biscuit foam, the surface is decorated with cast-in greeblies to create an industrial patchwork of parts. Carved into the surface is a grid-like pattern, to simulate panelled construction. The surface is painted in varying shades of grey, with some colourful highlights, giving the piece a cold, mechanical look.

This item shows wear due to production use and age, with some chipping to the biscuit foam and paint. Certain greeblies that protrude furthest from the surface have bits broken off. The lot stands as one of the largest complete Death Star surface panels in existence and remains in good overall condition. Dimensions: 59.5 cm x 59.5 cm x 7.5 cm (23 ½” x 23 ½”x 3”)

£12,000-15,000

VAT Status - Omega