| Unlicensed Plaster Wall Plaques (Set 1) | |
| This set of plaster wall plaques has a charming, folk-artsy appeal. I'm not sure if what you see here comprises a complete set, but it's all I've been able to find.
It's hard to decide whether the sculpting is semi-inept or consciously primitive. Note the sensitive way Chewbacca's bandolier delves beneath his fur only to re-emerge higher up as it curves realistically over his shoulder. The Vader you see at the top of this page has some nice detailing too. I particularly love the geometric quality of his dastardly buttons and gizmos.
The R2-D2 is fairly glorious. Can you think of a representation of the character that is more stacked with R2-D2-ish personality?
Some Empire Strikes Back characters exist as well. Judging by the soft, almost doughy quality of the sculpting, I'm guessing they were made by a different artist. I love how Lando is nuthin' but cape; it's a design decision that nails the character's suave demeanor.
Here are Yoda and the stormtrooper. The Yoda is particularly cool: the figure is sculpted on a rocky base. It's almost like a bas-relief.
At least a couple of vehicles exist. Here's the landspeeder.
The TIE Fighter achieves a convincing three-dimensional effect. Judging by the red light on its front, it was based on the Kenner toy.
Lastly we have the logo. Just in case you couldn't tell from what space fantasy saga these characters derived. Check out our special feature on unlicensed ceramics here. |
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| Description by: | Ron Salvatore |
| Photo: | Ron Salvatore |
| From the collection of: | Ron Salvatore |
| Country: | United States |
| Film: | A New Hope |
| Licensee: | Unlicensed |
| Year: | 1977 |
| Category: | Ceramics / Miscellaneous |
