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1955: Two Girls Paddling on Inflatable Water Toy in California

1955: Two Girls Paddling on Inflatable Water Toy in California

  • Year1955
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationCalifornia, United States
  • Duration8s
  • Price$199 USD
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Two Girls Paddling on Inflatable Water Toy in California — Clip Details

Two young girls enjoy a sunny day in California in 1955, paddling together on an inflatable water toy in a calm lake. The vintage 8mm footage captures their playful splashing and laughter, with gentle ripples and waves forming around the floatie. This authentic home movie moment reflects mid-century family recreation and childhood joy, showcasing classic 1950s leisure activities in a natural outdoor setting. The film’s grainy texture and warm color palette enhance its nostalgic, archival quality, offering a genuine slice of Americana from the era.

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
8s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
73155202

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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Topics & Keywords

  • pool
  • lake
  • water
  • swimming
  • children
  • siblings
  • friends
  • toy
  • playing
  • floaties
  • fun
  • waves
  • ripples
  • splashing
  • girls
  • paddling
  • inflatable
  • sports
  • recreation
  • california
  • 1955
  • 1955 California home movie
  • vintage 8mm footage
  • children playing in water
  • inflatable pool toy
  • girls swimming
  • 1950s family recreation
  • summer fun 1955
  • retro swimming clip
  • vintage water play
  • classic 8mm film
  • childhood nostalgia
  • outdoor water activities
  • 1950s California life
  • archival home movie
  • kids splashing
  • inflatable floatie
  • vintage pool footage
  • 1950s family vacation
  • nostalgic water scene
  • vintage children's play

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