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Lot #672 - STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) - 1977/1978 Darth Vader Promotional Costume With Poster-Matc
Currency:USD
Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Props
Start Price:75,000.00 USD
Estimated At:150,000.00 - 250,000.00 USD
NOT SOLD (BIDDING OVER)
0.00USD+ applicable fees & taxes.
This item WAS NOT SOLD. Auction date was 2020 Aug 26 @ 08:00UTC-7 : PDT/MST
DEMO LOT
This lot will be sold on Wednesday August 27th (day 2 of the auction.) Lots 434-870 will be sold on day 2 (lots 1-433 will be sold on day 1). The auction will begin at 10:00AM PDT. Lots are sold sequentially so there is no preset ending time. A live streaming broadcast of the auction will be available on auction days.
A 1977 or 1978 Darth Vader touring costume with poster-matched helmet made for the promotion of George Lucas' Star Wars: A New Hope. In late 1977 or early 1978 a handful of Darth Vader costumes were created to enable public promotional appearances featuring Darth Vader (prior to this, the film-used costume was used for such events.)
This costume's facemask and helmet dome were made by artist Rick Baker and his crew, from molds of the film-used helmet. Of special note is that the helmet's dome, made from fine-weave finishing fiberglass, is the dome that appeared on the ESB Advance one-sheet poster. The dome photo-matches to stills from ESB Advance poster photo session based on unique flaws and finishing details, including a triangular drop of filler. The Advance poster was actually printed from a flopped image. The two-tone facemask (marked "1" inside) has been repainted a greener gray from its original metallic grey color, and the grills have been removed from the mouth and small vent triangle. The facemask cannot be photo-matched to the poster photo shoot due to the refinishing work (poster may show a different touring facemask.) Interior padding has also been removed, and the straps and eye lenses changed; the facemask overhaul was likely done while the costume was touring. The shoulder armor and shoulder bells were repainted the same green-hued grey color.
Also included are Vader's chestbox, molded from the film-used example, and a belt with metal buckles and boxes. The belt boxes feature vintage lighting elements and have unique details; vintage appearance photos exist showing a costume with similar belt boxes, possibly this exact outfit. A pair of vacuum-formed plastic shin guards completes the armor.
The ensemble's soft components include a shirt with thick leather sleeves, a matching pair of leather pants, a leather codpiece with a Bermans and Nathans label for "Darth Varder" [sic] (Bermans made the soft components for film-used Vader costumes,) a heavy wool-blend under-robe and cloak with leather and velvet trim, and a pair of black leather boots. Replicas of Vader's vest and gloves have been added to complete the costume for display.
The costume was specifically used for events in Australia and a late 1970s travel case is included. The case features Australian flight stickers and is stenciled for "The Kerner Co." in San Rafael, the codename for Industrial Light & Magic.
The costume is in fair overall condition with significant wear from use and age, including creasing to the leather, fraying black tape on the belt, and wear and scratches to the fiberglass pieces including a crack to the top of the helmet's dome.
Based on documentation on Rick Baker's touring helmets, it is assumed that around five touring costumes were made after A New Hope. This is believed to be the only example in a private collection and is a significant piece of Star Wars history.
Estimate: $150,000 - 250,000
Auction Location:
28014 Harrison Pkwy, Valencia, California, 91355, United States
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Taxes:
| Tax | Rate | Desc. |
| CA |
9.5% |
State Tax |
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
25% |
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7. Warranties and Representations
7.1. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Prop Store relating to this auction, is and shall remain at all times the property of The Comisar Collection.
The purchase of these items does not include ownership in or to the trademarks registrations, copyrights and/or any other intangible intellectual properties associated with this item. Therefore purchase of this item does not permit the Buyer to replicate or to exploit this item otherwise. The Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Prop Store and its directors, employees, affiliates, contractors and agents from any third-party claims, actions, suits, judgments, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) asserted against or incurred by Prop Store that arise out of or result from any act or omission by the Buyer arising out of or relating to the Buyer’s infringement of any copyrights or trademarks in or to the items or images.
7.2. Prop Store neither warrants nor represents that the Buyer’s use of any materials displayed on the site will not infringe rights of third parties not owned by or affiliated with Prop Store.
7.3. In the catalog descriptions, Prop Store takes steps to identify and provide provenance for Lots offered at Auction. In many cases, the Lots offered were used in or in conjunction with motion pictures or other programs and information is furnished in order to fully identify and describe the Lot offered at Auction, including photographs and illustrations. Prop Store in no way claims any connection to or relationship with the producers of the motion picture or other program. In all cases, the use of the titles or other elements of a motion picture or other program is for informational purposes only.
7.4. Prop Store makes no warranty or representation regarding the fitness for any purpose or merchantability of any lot sold. All lots are sold “as is.”
7.4.1 Items in this sale contain electronic components. While every effort has been made to describe them accurately, 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.
7.5. Bidders are aware that description revisions may occur on some Lots, and should inquire before the Auction whether any description revisions have occurred on a given Lot and/or examine a lot before bidding on it. Prop Store will make all reasonable efforts to make description revisions readily available during the Auction. While Prop Store uses reasonable efforts to include accurate and up to date information in this auction, Prop Store makes no warranties or representations as to its accuracy. Prop Store assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of the auction. Any reference images appearing within Prop Store's auction listings are solely for reference purposes and are not intended or deemed to be a representation or warranty of the item depicted within the image.
7.6. All items are sold as collectibles and/or memorabilia for display purposes only, and are not deemed, intended, represented, or implied to be fit for any other purpose. The Buyer assumes all risks of loss and/or injury, including, but not limited to, personal injury or property damage, arising from or related to any other use of the item. The Buyer understands and agrees that Prop Store shall have no liability for any such loss or injury and the Buyer expressly releases Prop Store from any such loss or injury.
7.7. Except as expressly provided herein, Prop Store shall have no liability to any Bidder or Buyer with respect to any Lot and all and any implied warranties and conditions are excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.
7.8. Each Bidder and Buyer expressly agrees that Prop Store shall not be liable in whole or in part, for, and no Bidder or Buyer shall be entitled to recover, any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages including loss of profits or value of investment or opportunity cost, for any breach of any warranty, representation, or guarantee set forth herein.
7.9. Prop Store and the Consignor make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the Property or that the Property is in compliance with any applicable city, state or federal laws or code, including, without limitation, any warranties imposed by law, whether now known or hereafter enacted, and any such representations and warranties, express or implied, are hereby expressly disclaimed. Buyer acknowledges and agrees that buyer is aware of actual and/or potential damage to any items prior to purchasing any Property in the auction and buyer agrees to assume all risks associated with the Property, including, without limitation, any patent or latent defects or consequential damages buyer may suffer as a result of the ownership of the Items. No buyer of the Property may use the Property for a commercial purpose and buyer shall be liable for any claims arising out of such use, including but not limited to claims relating to rights of privacy, rights of publicity, defamation, copyright infringement, or trademark infringement. Buyer acknowledges and agrees that buyer is not receiving any transfer of copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right from Prop Store, the Consignor, or their respective successors or assigns in the Property, all of which are specifically reserved by the Consignor. PROP STORE AND THE CONSIGNOR EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THEIR EQUIVALENTS UNDER THE LAWS OF ANY JURISDICTION REGARDING THE PROPERTY. IN ADDITION, PROP STORE AND THE CONSIGNOR MAKE NO REPRESENTATION, GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY OR THAT THE PROPERTY WILL BE FUNCTIONAL AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND GUARANTEES. MOREOVER, NO MANUFACTURING WARRANTIES, IF ANY, SHALL SURVIVE THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY.
8. Other Important Terms
8.1. If any part of these Conditions is found by any arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discountedand the rest of the Conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.
8.2. The contract is between the Seller, the Buyer and Prop Store and no other person shall have any rights to enforce any of its terms.
8.3. If Prop Store fails to insist on performance of any of a Buyer’s obligations under these Conditions, or if it delays in doing so, that will not mean that Prop Store has waived its rights against the Buyer and does not mean the Buyer no longer has to comply with those obligations.
8.4. These Conditions shall be enforced in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its choice of law provisions.
8.5. Any claim or controversy arising out of or relating to the sale of the item between any Bidder/Buyer and Prop Store shall be submitted to arbitration in Los Angeles County, California before an arbitrator from the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. (“JAMS”) and conducted under its Comprehensive Arbitration Rules, as the exclusive remedy for such claim or controversy. The parties further agree that the arbitration shall be conducted before a single JAMS arbitrator who is a retired California or federal judge or justice. By agreeing to arbitrate, the parties waive any right they have to a court or jury trial. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding. The parties further agree that, upon application of the prevailing party, any Judge of the Superior Court of the State of California, for the County of Los Angeles, may enter a judgment based on the final arbitration award issued by the JAMS arbitrator, and the parties expressly agree to submit to the jurisdiction of this Court
9. Use of Information
9.1. Prop Store will hold all personal information provided by the Bidder at registration and the Bidder agrees and consents to such information being used by Prop Store to:
9.1.1. make available each Lot for shipping to the Buyer;
9.1.2. process the Buyer’s payment;
9.1.3. contact credit reference agencies and keep records of any searches carried out on Prop Store’s behalf;
9.1.4. inform the Bidder about other auctions, products and services provided by Prop Store if the Bidder chose to opt-in. Please contact Prop Store by email at enquiries@propstore.com or by phone +1 818 727 7829 if you wish to stop receiving these;
9.1.5. inform the Bidder about important auction updates.
Buyer’s Guide
Privacy Policy
By registering for this auction, you consent to us contacting you regarding your bidding activity and about important updates regarding the running of the auction. We will not pass your information on to any third parties. You can view our privacy policy at propstore.com/privacy-policy
Buyer’s Guide
1. Introduction
This Buyers’ Guide contains a brief overview of Prop Store’s auction process and the terms under which Lots are made available for sale at auction. A more detailed statement of our Terms and Conditions of Sale follow after this Buyer’s Guide. Please read the Buyer’s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of Sale carefully. By registering to bid and participate in a Prop Store auction, you will be deemed to have agreed to be bound by them.
2. Definitions
2.1. When the following words are used in this Buyer's Guide, they mean:
Auction A live sale by auction hosted by Prop Store
Bidder Any person, properly registered and approved by Prop Store to participate in the Auction who makes or considers making a bid to buy a Lot at Auction
Buyer The person or company making the highest bid or offer for a Lot accepted by the auctioneer, including a principal bidding as agent
Buyer’s Premium A commission of 25% of the Hammer Price charged to the Buyer for a Lot
Company Any partnership, corporation, limited liability company, association, or any other business entity duly organized and qualified to conduct business under the laws of its state of formation
Guarantee of Attribution Prop Store’s limited guarantee relating to the provenance of each Lot, as set forth in Paragraph 10 of the Terms and Conditions of Sale
Hammer Price The highest bid for a Lot accepted by the auctioneer at the Auction
Lot Each item or group of items consigned by the Seller to Prop Store to be made available for sale at an
Auction, as detailed in the catalog
Prop Store The Prop Store of London, Inc., d/b/a Prop Store, of 28014 Harrison Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355
Purchase Price The Hammer Price plus the Buyer’s Premium, and any applicable sales tax, charged to the Buyer
Reserve Price Where applicable, the minimum price at which the Seller has authorized Prop Store to sell a Lot
Seller The person or organization offering the Lot for sale, including their agents or personal representatives
Terms and Conditions of Sale Prop Store’s Terms and Conditions of Sale at Auction, from time to time as may be amended, a copy of
which appears following the Buyer’s Guide
3. Before the Auction
3.1. Bidder Registration
3.1.1. Every person or Company wishing to make a bid in the Auction is required to register with Prop Store before participating at an Auction.
3.1.2. To register, each person or Company must complete and return a bidder registration form available in this Buyer’s Guide or online at www.propstore.com, which must include details for a valid Visa, MasterCard or American Express credit card to be held on file.
3.1.2.1. Each person registering to bid must also provide Prop Store with up–to-date, valid government-issued photo identification (e.g. passport, driver’s license). If this does not state your current address, proof of current address (such as a utility bill or bank statement dated within the last three months) will also be required.
3.1.2.2. Each Company registering to bid must provide a certified copy or original articles of incorporation, articles of organization, or other documents satisfactory to Prop Store – contact Prop Store at +1 818 727 7829 for confirmation of what will be acceptable.
3.1.2.3 Any person seeking to participate in the Auction as an agent on behalf of a registered principal must complete and submit an Agent Information Form, and provide an up-to-date, valid government-issued photo identification (e.g. passport, driver’s license), as well as a written authorization from the principal confirming the agent’s authority to participate at the Auction on the principal’s behalf.
3.2.Pre-Auction Viewing
3.2.1. During the Pre-Auction Viewing period, as set forth in the Auction catalog, any Bidder may preview Lots free of charge by appointment with Prop Store.
3.3. Delivery Costs
3.3.1. At Bidder ’s request, without any liability therefor, Prop Store can provide shipping estimates before the Auction. Any Bidder requesting this information should email shippingla@propstore.com including the Lot number and shipping address at least 3 days before the start of the Auction. Real-time shipping estimates are also available on many lots through the online bidding platform.
3.4. Bidders outside the U.S.
3.4.1. If the Bidder is located outside the United States, it is the Bidder’s sole responsibility and obligation to ensure in advance of the Auction that any Lot purchased in the Auction can be exported from the United States and imported into the country of destination. No sale will be canceled because the Lot may not be imported into the country of destination.
3.4.2. PackAir Airfreight, Inc., a third-party independent freight vendor, can advise Bidders on relevant export licensing regulations and may submit export license applications upon request. Neither Prop Store nor PackAir Freight, Inc. can guarantee that any licenses, permits or consents will be granted, and shall have no liability arising out of or relating thereto.
4. At the Auction
4.1. Estimates
4.1.1. Estimates represent Prop Store’s guide to Bidders and do not give any indication or representation of actual values or likely bids. Estimates do not include any Buyer’s Premium or sales tax.
4.1.2. Prop Store reserves the right to amend its estimates from time to time.
4.2. Reserve Price
4.2.1. Certain Lots in this auction are sold without a Reserve Price; the majority of Lots in this auction are sold with a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is the minimum price the Seller will accept for a Lot. The Reserve Price will not be more than the lowest estimate given by Prop Store. Prop Store may disclose or keep confidential the Reserve Price at its entire discretion.
4.3. Bidding
4.3.1. All bids are by individual Lot unless the auctioneer states to the contrary during the live Auction. Lots will usually be sold in their numbered sequence, unless the auctioneer announces otherwise.
4.3.2. All bids must be made in English only.
4.3.3. The auctioneer may accept bids from Bidders present in the saleroom, via telephone, online or written bids delivered to Prop Store before the Auction
commences, either using the form in this Buyer’s Guide or the online form at propstore.com.
4.3.4. Telephone Bidders must provide to Prop Store a list of Lots on which they intend to bid at least 24 hours before the start of the Auction. Telephone bids will only be accepted on Lots with low-end estimate of at least $500 and telephone calls may be recorded by or on behalf of Prop Store.
4.3.5. Written bids will be executed at the lowest possible price, taking into account the Reserve Price.
4.3.6. Online bids shall be made in accordance with and subject to the terms of the online auction platform access provider.
4.3.7. The auctioneer may also execute (non-identified) bids on behalf of the Seller up to the Reserve Price only. No bids may be made by the Seller in excess of the Reserve Price.
4.3.8. Save as expressly stated in this Buyer’s Guide, Prop Store accepts no liability for errors or omission in respect of bids made online, by telephone or in writing.
4.3.9. The auctioneer may accept or decline bids at his entire discretion.
5. After the Auction
5.1. Payment
5.1.1. Prop Store will notify the Buyer and send (by email unless requested otherwise) a payment invoice setting out the Purchase Price and itemizing the Hammer Price, Buyer’s Premium, plus any applicable sales tax, within 7 business days of the end of the Auction. For all sales within California, sales tax at the prevailing rate (currently 9.5%) will be applied to the Purchase Price. Delivery addresses outside California will be exempt from sales tax.
5.1.2. Unless you have been approved for a payment plan as set forth in Paragraph 5.1.3 of the Terms and Conditions of Sale, payment of the invoice is due within 7 business days from receipt of the invoice and must be made by the Buyer. Payments from any other source will not be accepted and shall be returned by Prop Store.
5.1.3. Credit card payments are only acceptable on the express understanding that the Lot is not returnable, refundable nor exchangeable and no charge card credit may be issued in the event of any such return. If payment is made by credit card, Buyer will not undertake any action or effort to stop payment, seek a refund, or attempt a charge back of such amounts – or any Credit Card Fee assessed thereon – by the issuer of the credit card.
5.1.4. If payment is made by credit card, Buyer expressly agrees that such payment is nonrefundable nor may be credited to any other purchase, and that Buyer will not undertake any action or effort to stop payment, seek a refund, or attempt a charge back of such amounts – or any Credit Card Fee assessed thereon – by the issuer of the credit card.
5.2. Shipping and Storage
5.2.1. The Buyer is solely responsible for all shipping, handling, and delivery costs. Prop Store can help you arrange packing and shipping through FedEx for smaller items or PackAir AirFreight, Inc. for larger items, or you can use your own licensed carrier, approved by Prop Store. Please contact Prop Store at +1 818 727 7829 for further details. Prop Store does not warranty the Lots against and shall have no liability for any damage that any Lot may incur or suffer during the shipping or delivery process.
5.2.2. After 14 days after close of Auction, if Buyer has not made arrangements for and paid the shipping cost of the Lots purchased, or has otherwise failed to collect the Lots, a storage fee of 3% of the Hammer Price per month shall be charged to the Buyer. If the Buyer has failed to pay the Purchase Price and the cost of shipping and handling, Prop Store, at itsoption may cancel the sale.5.3.3. With regards to lots exported outside the EEC, if your Lots are shipped by Prop Store or through Prop Store’s authorized shipper, you will not be required to pay VAT when settling your invoice. If you are using any other shipper, or hand carrying your Lots outside the EEC, then VAT will be due on the invoice, which will be refunded once acceptable proof of export is provided by your shipper of choice.