“The Lone Ranger” Tonto Production Cel (c.1966) - ID: marlone22096

A production cel from the Format Studios animated series “The Lone Ranger” (1966-1968). Featuring a close-up of Tonto, the cel was created at the studio and used during the animation process. The piece is an actual frame of animation that was photographed and appears in the first episode of season one titled “The Trickster/ Crack of Doom/ The Human Dynamo,” which aired on September 10, 1966. The cel has been signed by Format Studio executive, Herbert Klynn. Measuring 10.5"x12.5" overall and with the character image measuring 5.5"x6", the cel is in very good condition with light line wear, and has been paired with a color copy reproduction background for presentation purposes.