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The
zoetrope was one of the earliest movie toys and was extremely
popular in the latter half of the 19th century. It consisted
of a slotted cylinder through with one views paper animated movie
strips. Although usually made of a wooden or metal cylinder,
this one was first published as a newspaper supplement in 1896,
and it brings movies right to your hands just follow the
easy instructions. The kit includes an exact reproduction of
the original supplement (as shown above), plus 3 additional pages
for a total of 40 antique, animated strips 19 in color
and 21 in black and white. There is a blank strip ready and waiting
for your own imagination, a booklet of animation instruction
and historical background about the toy, and wooden spinner pieces.
$7.50
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