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1959: Man Writing at Desk

1959: Man Writing at Desk

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  • Year1959
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationSt. Louis, United States
  • Duration8s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Man Writing at Desk — Clip Details

A vintage 1959 home movie clip from St. Louis, Missouri, showing a man in a white collared shirt and tie meticulously writing at a desk. He wears glasses and focuses intently on paperwork, using a pencil and eraser. The scene captures a moment of quiet concentration in a mid-century office setting, reflecting the professional atmosphere of the era. Filmed on 8mm film, this authentic archival footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into everyday business life in the late 1950s, ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, or editorial projects exploring mid-century vintage.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
8s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
67580188

Source & Documentation

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Date
1959 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
St. Louis, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
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