A replica Darth Vader costume from Irvin Kershner’s Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Five hundred limited-edition statues of the Sith Lord were created in 1997 by replica costume and prop company Rubies, in collaboration with special-effects artist Michael Burnett.

Standing at seven feet tall, the costume consists of Vader’s iconic helmet, a long-sleeved tunic, a sleeveless cape-like tunic, pauldrons, chest armour, an over cape, a chest control box, a pair of gauntlets, a belt, a pair of padded trousers and a pair of black leather heeled boots.

Finished in a gloss black, the helmet is made from a combination of vacuum-formed plastic and fiberglass components. It displays metallic billets and detailing for the mouthpiece. The base layer of the costume is made of padded leather with decorative vertical stitching lines, producing a quilted appearance. A thin black chain is attached to the cape and adorns the front of the chest armour.

Made of resin, the front chest control box contains internal electronics and displays multiple faux-silver and coloured plastic components. The belt features two plastic boxes decorated with green buttons, and a holster containing a lightsaber hilt, which is made of metal.

The costume is displayed on a wooden base finished in grey, with a presentation plaque stating this is number “407 of 500” made. The back of the helmet and one of the boots display exposed wiring. The lot displays minor wear, including scratches on the control box, paint splatters on one of the gauntlets and damage to the display base. Dimensions: 49 cm x 99 cm x 213 cm (19 ½” x 39” x 84”)

As this item contains electronic components, every effort has been made to describe them accurately. However, no guarantee or warranty is made as to the functionality, lifespan or safety of those components. It is entirely incumbent on the new owner to satisfy themselves as to their safe use and maintenance.

As this item is oversized it will require a specialist shipping service with additional costs. Please contact us prior to purchasing to request a quote.

£6,000 - 8,000