The Empire Strikes Back (1980) Original Japanese Toho Poster
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The Empire Strikes Back (1980) Original Japanese Toho Poster

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This is an original poster for the Empire Strikes Back printed to mark the release of the film in Japan.
The much sought-after artwork, by Noriyoshi Ohrai, was used on international posters and Japanese posters.
This version of the poster was printed by Toho Co., Ltd., a Japanese film, theatre production and distribution company. Unusually for a poster on our website it was originally printed for sale during the original screenings of the Empire Strikes Back in Japan. However, because this poster was commissioned, or printed with the permission of the studio it is considered an original.

The green-tinged artwork is beautiful and Hans Solo kissing Princess Leah takes centre stage. Smuggler turned Rebel Alliance General, Lando Calrissian also has a prominent role in the image while Darth Vadar?s helmut looms in the background.
The poster is in excellent condition, with minimal edge or surface wear, though it should be noted that there are tape and pen marks on the reverse.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Date

DS or SS

Single Sided
Size

Format

Rolled
Condition

Very Fine
Country

For full information on how we grade our posters please
read our cinema poster grading system article.

Below is a section from that guide:

Mint
A flawless poster that will be in the exact same condition as the day it was printed with no marks or fading.

Near Mint
This poster will be in excellent conditions and if it has a blemish or mark it will be barely noticeable.

Very Fine
A poster that may have more than one very minor flaws, a minor tear or some barely visible signs of restoration. Colour in outstanding condition.

Fine
A fine poster while still very presentable may have some edge damage, show clearer signs of restoration or have multiple nicks to the surface. If a folded poster there may be loss of colour along the folds.

Very Good
An average poster that shows multiple pinholes, tears that are clearly visible or possible tape stains. Colours are still good but the paper may have yellowed.

Good and Below Good
This poster will show serious signs of wear and tears, fading of colours, tear marks and/or noticeable repair work.

CONSERVATION FRAMING (UK Only)

Please note that all posters are unframed as standard.

Photos of framed posters are for display purposes only.
We can however arrange framing, and this is available on eligible posters when adding them to your basket.

This includes:
– A bespoke black wood conservation frame
– A white conservation frame mount
– 93% UV resistant Perspex to protect your poster
– Secure Delivery within the UK. We take full responsibility.

Lead Time & Delivery
It can take up to an additional 2 weeks for a poster to be delivered when adding the framing option to an unframed poster, as it needs to be handed to and processed by the framer before being shipped.

Framing is available for UK delivery only.

If you don’t see the option to add a frame please contact us to get a quote for a specific poster.
Read more and see photos here of our conservation framing for film posters.

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Excellent product together with excellent service.

My poster was received just two days after my poster was ordered. Will definitely be using on a regular basis.

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Poster turned up within a couple of days with certificate. All good.

Stuart G

After searching for a while for an original cinema poster to make a statement on our hallway staircase wall, I started the search and found the Cinema Poster Gallery had just what I wanted.

As the poster was huge, I emailed to ask advice about framing before I considered buying.

I received a lovely friendly email back from Owen, giving me some advise and a suggested framers to try, which was very helpful – with no push to purchase at all.

Makes a lovely change to receive such a personalised response and it made all the difference.

Poster received well packaged with a certificate of authenticity to confirm it was an original cinema poster, folded, in excellent condition.

Many thanks for your help, and best of luck for your business, you certainly have stood out from the crowd.
many thanks
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Claire

The service was excellent and the end result was a beautifully restored film poster.

I received regular updates on the progress and knew the price in advance of the restoration.

I would certainly use them again.

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Might have to order some more for the other walls now ;-)

An easy experience overall, thank you.

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The prices match the quality of the posters and I have recommended my fellow collectors to come here for their posters.

I will definitely be back as I know the posters are rare and well priced plus Owens communication is brilliant.

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