1938: Children Holding an Object on a Dock and Smiling, El Dorado City, California | Stockfilm

1938: Children Holding an Object on a Dock and Smiling, El Dorado City, California | Stockfilm

Children Holding an Object on a Dock and Smiling, El... — Clip Details

1938 vintage 8mm home movie footage from El Dorado City, California, capturing children smiling and holding an object on a wooden dock by Bucks Lake. The scene unfolds in a serene countryside setting with tall trees, a calm lake, and rustic buildings in the background. This authentic archival clip showcases classic mid-20th century Americana, offering a nostalgic glimpse into a peaceful family vacation. The film’s grainy texture and natural lighting reflect the era’s home movie style, making it ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, and nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 21s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 68819006

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1153 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: bucks lake,lake tahoe,emerald bay,martins lodge
Reel-level year note: 1938
Reel-level location note: california
Date: 1938 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: El Dorado City, California, United States 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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