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Offered here is a fantastic 1980 Ralph McQuarrie Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back concept-art print, featuring a Rebel rider traveling across the icy Hoth landscape aboard a Tauntaun.
This vintage artwork comes from the highly collectible 1980 The Empire Strikes Back portfolio, published by Ballantine Books and featuring Ralph McQuarrie's production and concept artwork created for the film. The portfolio consisted of 24 vintage color reproductions showcasing McQuarrie's visual development work for The Empire Strikes Back.
Why Collectors Will Appreciate It
- Ralph McQuarrie – legendary Star Wars concept artist whose designs helped establish the visual identity of the original trilogy.
- 1980 vintage issue – an authentic period publication associated with the original release era of The Empire Strikes Back.
- Classic Hoth imagery – Tauntauns and the frozen world of Hoth are among the most recognizable visual elements of the film.
- Large 11" x 22" presentation – excellent proportions for displaying the artwork.
- Custom professionally matted and framed – considerably more presentation-ready than the loose portfolio prints normally encountered.
- Ready to display – this is a finished piece of Star Wars wall art rather than simply another loose portfolio print.
The 1980 McQuarrie portfolio is particularly interesting to collectors because the artwork represents McQuarrie's concept and production designs for the film, giving fans an opportunity to own period artwork connected to the visual development of The Empire Strikes Back.
Whether you're building a serious Star Wars collection, Ralph McQuarrie collection, vintage movie-art display, or simply want an exceptional piece of classic Empire Strikes Back artwork, this is a striking display piece.
A great opportunity to own a vintage 1980 McQuarrie Star Wars artwork in a presentation worthy of the piece.
Condition
Good vintage/collector condition. Artwork presents nicely in the custom mat and frame. Please examine all photos carefully for the exact cosmetic condition of the print, mat, and frame. Sold as pictured.
