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Raiders Of The Lost Ark
One sheet poster is for the 1981 film
Raiders of the Lost Ark, featuring the iconic artwork of Richard Amsel. It depicts Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones and was the primary promotional image for the movie's original theatrical release.
Collector's Information
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Original Format: The standard original US "one sheet" measures 27" x 41" and was typically issued folded to theaters.
NSS Number: Original 1981 theater posters often feature the National Screen Service (NSS) number 810100 printed in the bottom right corner.
Market Value: Original, well-preserved 1981 theatrical posters can range from $500 to nearly $1,000 depending on condition and rarity.

The artwork for this iconic 1981
Raiders of the Lost Ark poster was created by Richard Amsel [3, 6].
Amsel was a prolific illustrator known for his "Old Hollywood" style, also designing famous posters for films like The Sting, Flash Gordon, and The Dark Crystal. He produced two distinct posters for Raiders: this original 1981 theatrical release "A" style and a second for the 1982 re-release featuring a more colorful, montage style
Raiders Of The Lost Ark - After (Poster)
After
Raiders Of The Lost Ark - Mounted (Poster)
Mounted
Raiders Of The Lost Ark - Before (Poster)
Before