1962: People Bathing in Ritual and Boat Passing by in Calcutta

Year1962
Decade1960s
LocationCalcutta, India
Duration9s
Price$178 USD
Collection1962 in Calcutta India

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People Bathing in Ritual and Boat Passing by in Calcutta — Clip Details

1962: People perform a traditional bathing ritual along the riverbank in Calcutta, India, with men washing clothes and agitating laundry in the water. A small boat rows past, carrying passengers under a white umbrella, capturing a moment of daily life and spiritual practice. The vintage 8mm footage shows authentic outdoor activity, reflecting local customs and community routines in mid-20th century India. This archival home movie offers a nostalgic glimpse into cultural traditions and riverbank labor, preserved in grainy, authentic Super 8 style.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 9s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 67979652

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1399 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Original reel label: feb
Reel-level year note: 1962
Reel-level location note: india,calcuta,bengali
Date: 1962 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Calcutta, India Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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