Vintage Pathe-Baby film reel Felix the Cat Se Venge old silent movie

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Description

Old film reel for a Pathé-Baby projector, visible in the photo. It is a dark, circular reel with thick edges, a hollow central axis, and a surface featuring the embossed inscription "PATHÉ BABY" along with other partially visible markings. This reel is accompanied by a paper label bearing the inscription "Félix le Chat se venge" (Felix the Cat Gets Revenge), identifying the film's content as an episode of the famous silent animated series starring Felix the Cat.

The reel shows a patina of use, characteristic of cinema accessories from the 1920s-1930s. The visual appearance of the upper surface suggests a metal or alloy construction with a matte finish. The embossed inscriptions are typical of Pathé productions from this period. The film is wound around the central core; no portion of the film is visible outside the reel in this photo.

The packaging highlights the reel, presented in a case or box with a white textile lining, which, however, is not original Pathé-Baby based on visible elements. The label is clearly legible and typeset, confirming the title of the silent film, which is an asset for identifying this cinematic document.

This type of reel was specifically designed for Pathé-Baby projectors, a popular format for domestic and educational projection of silent films in the early 20th century. The object is typical of amateur cinema accessories from the first half of the 20th century, and its original condition and the presence of the title label enhance its documentary value.

Visually, the reel shows traces of oxidation or wear on the upper part, with some visible signs of age on the metallic area. No major structural defect is observable on the visible side. The dominant color is dark brown to black, with matte reflections.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible signs of wear and patina on the surface, legible label, no apparent chipping on the visible area.

Did you know? The Pathé-Baby projector, launched in 1922, democratized home film projection thanks to its 9.5 mm format and specific reels. Films featuring Felix the Cat were among the first cartoons broadcast in Europe on this medium, illustrating the character's international popularity from the silent film era.

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