Author Topic: Star Wars Style A (Linen Backed) Poster - "First Printing" (Read 4384 times)

originalfilmart · « **on:** March 07, 2017, 03:21:35 PM »

I recently acquired a supposed first printing, linen-backed Style A Star Wars poster and I have strong concerns about authenticity. I don't know if this is a genuine poster, a heavily restored original or just a fake but would appreciate any opinions based on the photos below.

The word "property" has clearly been hand "corrected" and there is a "copy/paste" look to sections of the text at the bottom border (as shown in the photos).

I guess my main wonder is sloppy restoration or likely fake? Any opinions are appreciated! Thanks.

erik1925 · « **Reply #1 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:27:34 PM »

Was this an ebay buy? Or other?

This text all looks hand written (or traced over):

And this looks like someone cut and then glued this section on, with a not so good attempt to conceal those edges:

originalfilmart · « **Reply #2 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:31:20 PM »

Ebay buy with guaranteed return (which I plan to do).

erik1925 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:35:48 PM »

If you hold it up to the light, can you see any text underneath that glued on section, by chance?

originalfilmart · « **Reply #4 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:41:13 PM »

No but looking through the light, you can see even more clearly the cut and paste effect.

Leaning bad fake versus sloppy restoration...no?

Good ol' Ebay....

erik1925 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:47:10 PM »

Quote from: originalfilmart on March 07, 2017, 03:41:13 PM

No but looking through the light, you can see even more clearly the cut and paste effect.

Leaning bad fake versus sloppy restoration...no?

Good ol' Ebay....

From the looks of your detail pics, Im leaning that way with you.

Neo · « **Reply #6 on:** March 07, 2017, 03:57:36 PM »

Yikes. That work must have some story behind it.

Hopefully the return goes well.

erik1925 · « **Reply #7 on:** March 07, 2017, 04:08:20 PM »

You should post the ebay link.

How was this poster described on the auction page?

MoviePosterBid.com · « **Reply #8 on:** March 07, 2017, 04:48:09 PM »

it looks to be the most pathetic restoration ever done to a damaged poster (the famous ET poster excluded)

most certainly return it and talk to one of us dealers about helping you out with something authentic & worth buying

MoviePosterBid.com · « **Reply #9 on:** March 07, 2017, 04:53:32 PM »

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-Original-STAR-WARS-1977-Style-A-ON-LINEN-Movie-Poster-1-Sht-Art-by-Tom-Jung-/172479939613?hash=item28289b041d%3Ag%3APhgAAOSw%7EgRVvYTe&nma=true&si=Z%252Bs2VBY3BhE%252BL3Qf9t9rHrs7SwU%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

I can't believe he has this line in there:
This rare vintage movie poster is linen backed and beautifully done.

thank heaven, this line is also:
If for any reason the buyer who wins this rare movie poster is not happy with it, he/she can always return it for a refund.

erik1925 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 07, 2017, 05:03:05 PM »

I think this photo says it all:

Twentith Century Fox.... TWENTITH?!?

originalfilmart · « **Reply #11 on:** March 07, 2017, 05:07:03 PM »

Thanks for the input, guys. I was skeptical from the start but the return pledge made the gamble worthwhile (at the time). The poster took a long time to ship (the seller said he had to get it back from a consignment). Was an Ebay gamble that definitely did not pay off.

erik1925 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 07, 2017, 05:15:15 PM »

If that seller should give you any resistance, be SURE to save all the pics he posted on that auction page as a backup, if needed. The misspell AND the fact that there is no mention of any kind of restoration (other than it being backed), in the description, along with all of the rest of the uneven, handwritten credits and that pasted-on added piece will make it a slam dunk deal in your favor.

And he also needs to refund you the 20 bucks in shipping he charged you.

Watch too, for the number of days allowed if u need to file a complaint, in case the seller balks on a refund. This auction ended on Jan 16th, so days are flying by.

MoviePosterBid.com · « **Reply #13 on:** March 07, 2017, 05:26:08 PM »

Quote from: erik1925 on March 07, 2017, 05:03:05 PM

Twentith Century Fox....

LOL.

I wonder if even Posterfix could be this bad.
Hey Chris, you're not the worst anymore!

timelessmoviemagic · « **Reply #14 on:** March 07, 2017, 06:01:24 PM »

Quote from: erik1925 on March 07, 2017, 05:03:05 PM

I think this photo says it all:

Twentith Century Fox.... TWENTITH?!?

Ok that is sooooooooooooo bad

ladeda · « **Reply #15 on:** March 07, 2017, 08:24:30 PM »

Quote from: erik1925 on March 07, 2017, 05:03:05 PM

I think this photo says it all:

Twentith Century Fox.... TWENTITH?!?

Ha! That's actually a bit brilliant. I'd love to own for the lulz.

Crazy Vick · « **Reply #16 on:** March 07, 2017, 08:41:52 PM »

i had an email exchange with that guy back in Feb re the Wild Angels poster he had sold (was hoping he had another one)

He did say all his posters came from a consignor. I don't think the seller has any clue whats up or down poster-wise. Definitely open your claim asap!

archstanton · « **Reply #17 on:** March 07, 2017, 10:53:47 PM »

HA! I saw this poster on ebay awhile back and laughed to myself at this botch job.

mcfree · « **Reply #18 on:** March 07, 2017, 10:58:23 PM »

Wow

Never seen anything like that!

I wish you the best getting your money back...

brude · « **Reply #19 on:** March 07, 2017, 11:26:46 PM »

I'd file a claim with PayPal immediately.
Don't wait on this putz.

shadytrade · « **Reply #20 on:** March 12, 2017, 07:45:03 PM »

Quote from: erik1925 on March 07, 2017, 05:03:05 PM

I think this photo says it all:

Twentith Century Fox.... TWENTITH?!?

A++ Hillarious!!!

erik1925 · « **Reply #21 on:** March 13, 2017, 01:13:23 AM »

Quote from: originalfilmart on March 07, 2017, 03:31:20 PM

Ebay buy with guaranteed return (which I plan to do).

Hey Michael, has the seller agreed to take this "poster" back and give you a full refund, including shipping?

Here's hoping it all goes smoothly and that you don't have to resort to a PP/ebay claim).

Huey Dewey · « **Reply #22 on:** March 26, 2017, 12:43:51 PM »

Wow! Hope this works out for you. The poster is worthless in my opinion.

Undead · « **Reply #23 on:** March 27, 2017, 02:00:13 PM »

I see they now have it relisted so I am guessing you got a refund.

Star Wars Style A hand numbered

erik1925 · « **Reply #24 on:** March 27, 2017, 02:05:55 PM »

This patched on/glued on, "sharply printed" GAU logo instills even more confidence:

News:

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