Rare vintage Pathéorama viewer in black and gold lithographed tinplate, marked "Non-flammable film – Made in France – Patented in all countries." Complete model with optical lens, metal crank, and interior containing the original film "The Insects," viewable by rotating the viewfinder (e.g., image: "Nymph"). A later, more understated version than the early colored editions, typical of Pathé production in the 1920s.
✦ Origin: France, Pathé-Cinéma – Paris ✦ Estimated period: circa 1925-1930 ✦ Dimensions: approximately 13 × 5 × 4 cm ✦ Material: lithographed sheet metal, optical glass ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, signs of wear and tear. ✦ Contents: viewer with Pathéorama film "The Insects"
A fascinating witness to the popularization of home cinema – ideal for collectors of optical toys and technical curiosities.
