If you needed to make a list of visuals Star Wars: Episode I– The Phantom Menace is best understood for, Queen Amidala’s outfits would be right near the top. Darth Maul is definitely striking, the cities of Theed and Otoh Gunga are spectacular, and those Naboo Starfighters are remarkable, however Amidala’s gowns are more than simply stunning, they communicate a power and authority that’s essential to the character.
For the 25th anniversary of George Lucas’ Star Wars prequel, Lucasfilm is launching a Queen Amidala minimal edition doll with that on complete screen. Apparently crafted with the very same care and accuracy of the on-set outfits, the 11-inch piece is a restricted edition of 3,100 and costs $US130. You can show it in the bundle or if you take it out, it’s completely posable.
io9 is delighted to provide you a special very first take a look at the restricted edition Queen Amidala doll, which will be up for preorder at DisneyStore.com at 11 a.m. ET on May 4.
Queen Amidala restricted edition doll
Queen Amidala minimal edition doll– close up
Here’s a close-up of the embroidering, which is really detailed for a piece like this.
Queen Amidala restricted edition doll– back view
Here’s the back view. Truly good all around.
Queen Amidala minimal edition doll– Face
And here’s a close-up on the face. Doll-like, to be sure, however definitely kind of close to Natalie Portman.
Queen Amidala restricted edition doll– product packaging
Here’s the product packaging.
Queen Amidala minimal edition doll– certificate
And here’s the certificate consisted of.
Once again, the restricted edition Queen Amidala doll will be readily available for preorder on DisneyStore.com at 11 a.m. ET on May 4.
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