For the first time, a remarkable selection of pieces from Andrew Ainsworth and Shepperton Design Studios is being offered at auction.

The collection brings together items spanning nearly five decades of Star Wars history, from rare 1976 prototype Stormtrooper helmets to Shepperton Design Studios’ own production tooling and moulds, alongside a complete life-size R2 droid.

Among the six lots are early prototype Stormtrooper helmets documenting the development of the now-iconic design, SDS production moulds for E11 blasters and Darth Vader components, and R2 Unit 105, the final example assembled under the guidance of Shepperton Design Studios.

Together, the collection offers a fascinating glimpse behind the finished props and into the practical processes of sculpting, mould-making, vacuum forming and fabrication used at Shepperton Design Studios to recreate some of cinema’s most recognisable characters.

Due to the strong interest in the collection, The Auction Room London has rescheduled the auction from 29 September to 27 October 2026.

Explore the individual lots below for photographs, descriptions and bidding information.