I watched this as one of the shorts on The magic of Melies video cassette released by Kino on Video, 1994. Image quality was good. Music matched the mood of the film. No color was added. Cropping did not appear to interfere with the film. Frame speed appeared to be adjusted. This should give an idea of the technical quality of the release I watched.
Watching this short was like watching an elaborate mechanical toy. I particularily liked the part where the fan box opens. It was smooth and mechanical.
I recommend this to those interested in late victorian culture. It dates to this time period, and helps to give an idea of the spirit of the times. It also includes early examples of dissolves, as the ladies costumes change, and the fan comes to life.
Watching this short was like watching an elaborate mechanical toy. I particularily liked the part where the fan box opens. It was smooth and mechanical.
I recommend this to those interested in late victorian culture. It dates to this time period, and helps to give an idea of the spirit of the times. It also includes early examples of dissolves, as the ladies costumes change, and the fan comes to life.