Zoetrope
Object number80.13 a-k
DateLate 1800s
MediumWood; Paper; Cardboard
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Marcelline Adams
DescriptionGreen cardboard zoetrope on wooden base with 10 animation rolls.Dimensions15 x 12 x 12 in. (38.1 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm)SignedDirections inside drum, animation roles (2 sided)
Markspartial label: "April 23 18 [illegible]" other letters and writing are too faint
Historical NotesZoetrope is an early form of life-like animation and a toy preceding motion pictures.
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Wolverine Supply and Manufacturing Company
1920-1987
1775-1800
Westinghouse