Vintage Pathé-Baby film reel Animated Cameos old silent cinema

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Description

Old film reel visible in the image, designed for the Pathé-Baby projector, an iconic device for amateur cinema from the early 20th century. The reel is cylindrical, with a central perforated axis and circular edges. Its upper side bears an embossed inscription "PATHÉ BABY", typical of the original reels of this brand. On the edge, a beige label clearly indicates the title of the film: "Les Camées animés", printed in red. The whole has a dark patina and a metallic appearance, characteristic of old film media.

The reel is well wound, showing a few turns of the film on the visible part. The original label on the edge is partially visible, with no noticeable tears on this side. No additional mechanism or accessories are apparent in the photo; only the reel is offered, placed in a case or presentation box with a light interior, which highlights the object and emphasizes its character as a collector's item.

The film itself is only visible as a rolled strip, with no projected image or apparent perforations in this view. The condition of the surface shows some signs of wear, micro-scratches and superficial traces of oxidation, signs of ancient use. The whole evokes the style and manufacturing techniques of the 1920s to 1930s, the period of dissemination of the Pathé-Baby and its short films.

The title "Les Camées animés" suggests content typical of educational or entertaining reels produced for the Pathé-Baby, often shown in homes or during private screenings.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The reel shows an antique patina with visible signs of wear on the surface and label. Functionality not tested. Only the areas visible in the photo have been examined.

Did you know? The Pathé-Baby projector, launched in 1922 by the Pathé company, democratized home cinema thanks to its 9.5 mm reels. This format and its films, including "Les Camées animés", were very widespread in the 1920s and 1930s, allowing many households to discover silent cinema at home.

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