Severus Snape - Dark Purple Torso
hp146 · Harry Potter
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter / Prisoner of Azkaban · Released in 2018; debuted in set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow.
Figure ID
hp146
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
Released in 2018; debuted in set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow.
Rarity
Uncommon; while not exclusive to a high-priced set, this version is specific to the 2018-2020 wave of Hogwarts sets.
Head
Light flesh head with Stern/Angry dual-sided printing, black eyebrows, and prominent nose lines. Includes a black mid-length hair piece with center part.
Torso
Black robes over a dark purple waistcoat with printed buttons and a white collar; features back printing of robe folds.
Legs
Plain black legs (standard adult height).
Accessories
Standard dark brown wand (30624/6224956).
Color Scheme
Primary Colors: Black and Dark Purple; Secondary Colors: Light Flesh and White.
Printing Details
Pad-printed torso front and back; high resolution for buttons and fabric creases. Dual-sided head printing.
Variants
Differs from hp005 (Yellow skin), hp110 (Glow head), and hp247 (Dark green waistcoat). Head variant without 'chin dimple' distinguished it from 2010 versions.
Condition Notes
Watch for stress marks on thin neck printing and 'neck bite' on the torso entry. The black hairpiece is prone to light surface scratches visible under direct light.
Estimated Value
New: $6.00 - $8.00; Used: $4.00 - $6.00 (USD).
Price (New)
Available in set 75953 ($69.99) or 75956 Quidditch Match ($39.99).
Compatible Sets
75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow, 75956 Quidditch Match, 75950 Aragog's Lair.
Character Background
Potions Master and later Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts; known for his complex loyalty and austere personality.
Design Notes
First version to feature the dark purple waistcoat, providing a more cinematic color palette compared to the earlier bright blue or sand green versions.
Similar Minifigures
Severus Snape - Dark Green Waistcoat (hp247), Severus Snape - Boggart (hp151).
Collectibility
High; Snape is a central character and this is the definitive modern-flesh version for most 'Play-scale' Hogwarts dioramas.
History
Represents the shift in 2018 toward realistic flesh tones and more accurate costume detailing for the 20th anniversary of the franchise.
Interesting Facts
The face print for this version is significantly more 'somber' than the cartoonish expressions found on early 2000s Harry Potter figures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a Potions Classroom MOC or positioned near the Whomping Willow set for scene accuracy.
Modification Potential
The head and hair are frequently used for 'Sirius Black' or 'Kylo Ren' purist custom figures due to the versatile facial expression.
Overall Assessment
Definitive Snape for the 2018-2020 era. Good value for money and essential for any completionist Harry Potter collection.