{"product_id":"bobine-film-pathe-baby-vintage-la-cigale-et-la-fourmi-ancien-cinema-muet","title":"Vintage Pathe-Baby film reel The Cicada and the Ant old silent cinema","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld film reel for a Pathé-Baby projector, displayed in its exhibition case. This compact, circular reel features a dark casing with typical Pathé brand reliefs. A visible label on the edge indicates the title \"La Cigale et la Fourmi\" (The Cicada and the Ant), confirming the film's subject. The center of the reel has a circular spindle, characteristic of Pathé-Baby silent film formats from the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reel casing has a patinated appearance, indicative of its age, with a clearly legible embossed inscription \"PATHÉ BABY\" on the top surface. The piece is carefully placed in a white textile-lined case, highlighting the contrast between the dark reel and the clear presentation. The edge of the reel shows the film strip wound inside, though the exact support is not visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant hue of the casing is dark grey to black, with a matte texture and some visible signs of wear, including friction marks and slight surface irregularities. The paper label on the edge is beige, with clear black typography for the film title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pathé-Baby reel is typical of the formats used for home projections or introductory cinema in the 1920s and 1930s. The inscription \"La Cigale et la Fourmi\" refers to a filmed adaptation of the famous fable, very popular at the time for educational and family cinemas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reel displayed in the photo only shows one side and the edge, with no indication of the film's condition inside or the presence of a lid or additional accessories. The overall impression suggests a collectible item in good external visual condition for its age, with a beautiful authentic patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible signs of wear on the casing, period patina, original label present and legible. The film inside is not inspected in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Pathé-Baby reels were introduced in the 1920s to democratize home cinema. The Pathé-Baby format, launched in 1922, used 9.5 mm wide film, recognizable by its central perforation, and was one of the first standardized formats for silent film enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are assured by a professional seller. Your purchase benefits from rigorous tracking and a presentation consistent with the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Pathé Baby film reel, silent film strip, old 9.5 mm format, vintage film, Pathé cinema, La Cigale et la Fourmi, antique reel, movie reel, antique film reel, educational film, Pathé Baby projector, old silent film\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54235454046535,"sku":"4c6f83c0-59c7-41e0-9b72-7468ba8ddf5c-PA1.67","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_a923b28c-97b8-4cf8-bd99-8954a001e14f.jpg?v=1782469591","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/bobine-film-pathe-baby-vintage-la-cigale-et-la-fourmi-ancien-cinema-muet","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}