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1955: Distant Mountains and Trees Seen from Afar in California

1955: Distant Mountains and Trees Seen from Afar in California

Year1955
Decade1950s
LocationCalifornia, United States
Duration9s
Price$199 USD

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Distant Mountains and Trees Seen from Afar in California — Clip Details

Vintage 1955 home movie footage from California captures a serene landscape with distant mountains and trees under a cloudy sky. The 8mm film shows a peaceful natural scene with grassy fields and wooded areas, evoking classic mid-century Americana. This archival clip offers nostalgic, retro charm ideal for historical documentaries, editorial content, or vintage-themed projects. The natural scenery and classic film grain enhance its timeless appeal.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 9s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 73145322

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1449 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Original reel label: david,alex
Reel-level year note: 1953-1955-1956
Reel-level location note: palm springs california
Date: 1955 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: 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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