1946: Two Men Praying to Mecca on Boat in Calcutta, India

Year1946
Decade1940s
LocationCalcutta, India
Duration16s
Price$199 USD
Collection1946 Calcutta India

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Two Men Praying to Mecca on Boat in Calcutta, India — Clip Details

1946: Two men pray on a boat in Calcutta, India, facing Mecca during a serene river journey. The vintage 8mm footage captures their solemn devotion, traditional clothing, and the quiet waters of the Ganges. This historic home movie offers a rare glimpse into religious life and daily routines in post-colonial India. The soft lighting and authentic atmosphere evoke deep nostalgia, making it ideal for documentaries, cultural studies, and historical 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: 16s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 72393733

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1725 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: reel 1
Reel-level year note: 1946
Reel-level location note: india
Date: 1946 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)