| Darth Vader Unpainted 4-up Hardcopy (583-020) | |
| The prototype shown here represents an example of a
4-up used in the production process for Kenner's Micro
Collection line. The 4:1 size difference in comparison to its production counterpart makes it a visually appealing prototype as far
as displayability. This particular Darth Vader pose is designated by the unique product number 583-022. The first three digits indicate its
presence in the Death Star Escape playset,
while the last three indicate the particular character/pose. The material most commonly used in the creation of micro 4-ups including the
example seen here is referred to as dynacast, a green colored urethane.
Above we see a view of the Darth Vader 4-up's back.
The image above features the unpainted 4-up along with it's companion silicone mold. Silicone RTV molds such as the one seen here were utilized in the creation of the 4:1 hardcopies. A hand painted 1:1 resin squeezing rounds out the series and serves as a nice size comparison. A seperate entry for the silicone mold may be view here. |
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| Description by: | Michael G. Mensinger |
| Photo: | Michael G. Mensinger |
| From the collection of: | Michael G. Mensinger |
| Country: | United States |
| Film: | A New Hope |
| Licensee: | Kenner |
| Year: | 1977 |
| Category: | Prototypes / Micro Collection |
