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1937: Lion Resting Behind Wire Fence, El Monte

1937: Lion Resting Behind Wire Fence, El Monte

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  • Year1937
  • Decade1930s
  • LocationEl Monte, California, United States
  • Duration9s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
  • Collection1937 El Monte California

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Lion Resting Behind Wire Fence, El Monte — Clip Details

1937 vintage home movie footage from El Monte, California, showing a close shot of a lion sleeping behind a wire fence at a zoo. The 8mm film captures a quiet moment of the big cat resting in its enclosure during daylight, offering a rare glimpse into mid-20th century zoo life and animal exhibits. This archival clip reflects the era's fascination with exotic animals and early wildlife documentation, with natural lighting and grainy texture characteristic of home movie film. Ideal for historical, documentary, or nostalgic content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Close-up
Resolution
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Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
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Duration
9s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
68809681

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1937 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
El Monte, California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Licensing route
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