Hand Painted Jawa First Shot with Alternate Cape

 

First shots of the original twelve figures are probably the most challenging to find for any collector. Here is a very interesting prototype jawa figure. The most interesting aspect of this jawa is the cape. The material is very different than the production version and darker as well. The cape is also hand-cut. The figure is hand-painted, which really makes the details of the bandolier really standout. The figure has been glued together as opposed to sonic-welded. Like most first shots, the figure is devoid of any copyright or country of origin markings.

Here is a side picture of the figure. Here you can really see the brush marks around the hand. Unfortunately, the figure has been “entombed” in a plastic prison, which makes taking additional pictures tricky. Come on, who wants to see additional pictures of plastic bars anyway?

Here is a comparison shot with another jawa first shot. The hands are much thinner than the figure on the right and the feet a tad smaller as well. Here you can really see the difference between the two capes. Though already noted, the bandolier is fuller and more detailed.