Lot 0860

Zoetrope Optical Toy, late 19th century, probably

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Zoetrope Optical Toy, late 19th century, probably

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Description

Zoetrope Optical Toy, late 19th century, probably handmade, the wallpaper-covered pressed-paper drum rests on a round stepped wooden base, with fourteen early 20th century double-sided printed animation strips in color and black and white, (imperfections), ht. 16 in.

Condition

Condition: Wear and creasesand tears to wallpaper and pressed paper drum, drum wobbley on stand.

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Zoetrope Optical Toy, late 19th century, probably

Name: Zoetrope Optical Toy, late 19th century, probably
SKU: 9587780
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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