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1936: Barren Desert Under Open Sky

1936: Barren Desert Under Open Sky

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  • Year1936
  • Decade1930s
  • LocationCalifornia, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
  • Collection1936 California

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Barren Desert Under Open Sky — Clip Details

A haunting 1936 vintage 8mm home movie clip from California, capturing the stark beauty of a desolate desert landscape. The footage evokes a sense of isolation and quiet melancholy, with wide shots of barren terrain under a vast sky. This rare archival footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into early 20th-century Americana, showcasing the raw, unfiltered nature of the California desert. The grainy texture and natural lighting enhance its historic authenticity, making it ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about the American West.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
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Duration
5s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
69456659

Source & Documentation

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Date
1936 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no reel-level note is linked.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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Topics & Keywords

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  • california united states

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