Lot 383. Admiral Ackbar (Tim Rose) Silicone Head Casting from Original Molds

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STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983)

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Lot # 383. Admiral Ackbar (Tim Rose) Silicone Head Casting from Original Molds

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A silicone casting of Admiral Ackbar's (Tim Rose) head made from the original molds from Richard Marquand's Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The Mon Calamari commander helped lead Rebel forces in the Battle of Endor, including when he warned of an impending attack by the Empire with his classic line, "It's a trap!"

This lot was cast following the production by legendary creature and makeup designer Phil Tippett and originated from Tippett's personal collection. For his work on the film, including designing Ackbar's distinctive aquatic head, Tippett received a Special Achievement Award for Visual Effects at the 56th Academy Awards® alongside Richard Edlund, Dennis Muren, and Ken Ralston.

This unfinished, unpainted pale pink silicone casting of Ackbar's head and shoulders is filled with yellow foam and features empty sockets for eyes to be inserted, visible seams, and flash. It exhibits minor peeling around the neck and discoloration to the silicone from age. Dimensions: 20" x 17" x 10" (51 cm x 43.25 cm x 25.5 cm)

Additional Provenance: Letter of Authenticity from Tippett.

Estimate: $6,000 - 12,000

Size

Item size: 18" × 19" × 11" (45.72cm × 48.26cm × 27.94cm)

This item comes with a Propstore Certificate of Authenticity

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