The Empire Strikes Back (1980) Original Australian One Sheet Poster

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This is an original cinema poster printed for the release of the Empire Strikes Back in Australia. It is one of the most sought-after and rare of all Star Wars posters.

The artwork, by Noriyoshi Ohrai, was used on Japanese posters but to the best of our knowledge, this is the only poster the artwork is used on in English-speaking countries.

The green-tinged artwork is beautiful and Hans Solo kissing Princess Leah takes centre stage. Unlike in most of the US posters, and to the delight of fans, smuggler-turned Rebel Alliance General, Lando Calrissian has a prominent position in the image. Darth Vadar’s helmet looms in the background with the classic ‘The Star Wars Saga Continues’ borrowed from the graphic designers of the US Poster.

The poster has been expertly linen-backed and presents beautifully. The 3rd unframed image enables the best conditions assessment.

All Orders are shipped by DHL, tracked and guaranteed by Cinema Poster Gallery

Expected UK Shipping time (without framing) is currently 2-3 business days.

Typical Order times to Europe and North America are 3-5 business days, other locations up to 7 business days.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Date

DS or SS

Single Sided

Size

Format

Linen backed

Condition

Very Fine

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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