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An original concept composition artwork piece (most likely for a UK Quad) combining the artwork studies of Mike Bell (figures), Eddie Paul (Darth Vader head logo) and Ralph McQuarrie (Bespin). The detailing, including the silver logo, has been cut and pasted to a hand-painted background and individual areas of touch up. Interesting to note that two different colour tiles designs were printed for the UK Quad, silver (as shown here) and white. You can see an un-coloured title under the pasted on title logo. In a previous auction (April 22nd, 2021), as part of the FEREF Archive, we offered both Mike Bell's (Lot '465) and Eddie Paul's (Lot 464) separate designs. Although eventually unused, this study provides an incredible look at the behind the scenes processes that went into making a Star Wars poster and would be an amazing and unique piece to add to any Star Wars collection.

28.25" x 22" (71.75 x 56) - Artwork is 25" x 19.25" (63.5 x 49 cm)

Condition: Good to Very Good

Unrestored, flat/unfolded. The composition artwork has been glued to a cardboard backing and is showing signs of becoming unattached, coming unstuck at the corners. This is more noticeable on the left-hand side. Faded glue residue to the white border has caused some discolouration but the artwork remains largely unaffected with bright colour tones.

Artist: Mike Bell, Eddie Paul, Ralph McQuarrie

£1000 - 1500

VAT Status: M AR