1978 Star Wars Cantina Poster – Artist Proof by Bill Selby – Signed, Framed, & Rare

This is a true Star Wars collector’s grail piece—an original 1978 artist proof of the second-ever officially licensed Star Wars poster, painted by legendary artist Bill Selby and commissioned by George Lucas himself.

This exact piece is:

• ✅ Artist Proof Edition – Signed “ARTIST PROOF” and hand-signed by Bill Selby

• ✅ Professionally Framed – Museum-grade glass, matting, and archival preservation

• ✅ Includes Provenance – Comes with a signed letter from the artist, detailing its origin, approval by George Lucas, and backstory

🎨 About the Poster:

• Commissioned in early 1978 by Factor’s Etc. Inc. (Lucasfilm’s official merchandising arm at the time)

• Depicts the Mos Eisley Cantina scene in vibrant, surrealistic style

• Includes dozens of background aliens not even shown in the final cut of the film

• Measures approx. 24” x 36” (before framing); frame adds dimension and protection

🧾 Included Documentation:

• Signed letter of origin dated 2008 from Bill Selby

• Explains this was the first Star Wars Fan Club Poster and originally created for T-shirts and merchandise

• Selby’s original comp was approved directly by Lucasfilm

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💎 Condition:

• Poster: Excellent – no fading, stains, or damage

• Frame: Black metal frame with museum-grade non-glare glass

• Stored and displayed in a smoke-free, collector's home

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🚚 Shipping & Packaging:

• Ships professionally packed and insured for full value via FedEx or UPS

• Local pickup in Arizona available for serious buyers

• Shipping Estimate: $150 within U.S. (fully insured, heavy-duty art shipping box)