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1946: Sunset from Sailing Ship, Colombo

1946: Sunset from Sailing Ship, Colombo

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  • Year1946
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationColombo, Sri Lanka
  • Duration12s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD

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Sunset from Sailing Ship, Colombo — Clip Details

1946: A vintage 8mm home movie captures a serene sunset scene from a sailing ship off the coast of Colombo, Ceylon. The golden sun descends toward the horizon, casting a warm glaze across the blue ocean and sky. Waves ripple beneath the vessel as sailors navigate the calm sea under a soft, fading light. This historic footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-20th century maritime life, with rich colors and authentic motion characteristic of classic Super 8 film. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about colonial-era travel and maritime history.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
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Duration
12s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
72398130

Source & Documentation

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Date
1946 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Colombo, Sri Lanka Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Licensing route
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