Star Wars Articulated Polish Bootleg Princess Leia CAS 70+ Loose (Evanplast, 1989-2003). Among Polish bootleg Princes...

Description

Star Wars Articulated Polish Bootleg Princess Leia CAS 70+ Loose (Evanplast, 1989-2003). Among Polish bootleg Princess Leia figures, this character is especially memorable for how far the design can drift from the Kenner original while still remaining unmistakably Leia. Collectors have long noted examples with borrowed limb combinations and the almost stylized effect of her sculpted hair, details that give the figure a stronger individual identity than a straightforward heroine carryover. In Evanplast form, Leia becomes one of the more distinctive character entries in the Polish bootleg run, familiar at a glance but unmistakably filtered through the improvised logic of late production. CAS awarded the figure a 70+ grade, with a true grade of 74.1, and it includes a Statement of Archival. The galaxy's most unflappable princess has survived worse than this. She always does.

More Information: Polish Bootlegs – Series 4 Gen 2 (Evanplast):
Polish Bootleg Series 4 Gen 2 refers to the later articulated production continued under the Evanplast name from approximately 1989 into the early 2000s. During this transition, limb joints changed from conical to rounded ball-style pegs, improving torso connection and serving as the primary indicator of later-generation figures. The loss of the Barada torso mold reduced the character count from 20 to 19. Later figures were sold both carded and loose, sometimes on smaller square cards or on packaging shared with other Evanplast toy lines. Weapons in this period were typically produced in black plastic. Surviving overstock and unused production pieces from this era have contributed significantly to modern collector understanding of the line.


Heritage Auctions provides detailed information when available but strongly encourages in-person inspection. Condition statements and photographs are offered as general guidance only, not as complete representations of facts, and do not constitute a warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Framed artworks are not examined outside their frames, and additional details from Heritage may be unavailable; therefore, the condition of unexamined works is not guaranteed. Heritage is not responsible for damage to frames, glazing, original boxes, display materials, or for works that have shifted within the frame. All lots are sold "AS IS" in accordance with our Terms & Conditions of Auction.