Vintage Pathé-Baby film reel "Le bon Oncle" old cinema film

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Vintage film reel for a Pathé-Baby projector, presented here in a white fabric-lined box. The object is an old cinematographic film support, recognizable by its compact circular shape and central metal axle. On the edge, an old label bears the handwritten inscription "Le bon Oncle" (The Good Uncle), indicating the title of the film contained on the reel.

The visible side of the reel shows the embossed marking "Pathé" as well as other partially legible inscriptions, typical of the Pathé-Baby brand, a pioneer in amateur cinema in the early 20th century. The surface of the reel has a dark patina, with an old metallic appearance, and some visible signs of wear, including marks and slight irregularities, attesting to its age.

The paper label, with its simple typography, encircles the reel and adds an authentic charm to the whole. This type of reel was intended for use in Pathé-Baby projectors, emblematic of home and educational cinema in the 1920s-1930s. The font style and general design clearly evoke this pioneering era of home movies.

The set is photographed on a white textile background, which highlights the contrasts between the dark reel and its luminous presentation. No other accessories or elements are visible. The slightly golden central part suggests a metallic axle typical of these film supports.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible signs of wear on the surface of the reel, old patina, and marks on the metal. The label shows some signs of age, with no major tears apparent on the visible side. Sold strictly as seen in the photo.

Did you know? Pathé-Baby projectors, launched in 1922, revolutionized amateur cinema by making home movie viewing accessible to a wide audience. Pathé-Baby reels were designed for 9.5 mm film, a format invented specifically for this system and which remained popular in Europe until the 1950s.

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