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1939: Child Bathing in Tub

1939: Child Bathing in Tub

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  • Year1939
  • Decade1930s
  • LocationMichigan, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
  • Collection1939 Michigan

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Child Bathing in Tub — Clip Details

A vintage 1939 home movie clip from Michigan captures a young child with blonde curly hair sitting in a bathtub, gently bathing. The child's face, with bright blue eyes, is shown in close-up as they blink and turn their head, while hands hold a black sponge and white washcloth, creating ripples in the water. The 8mm film footage shows natural movements and wet folds in the fabric, evoking a nostalgic, intimate moment from a bygone era. This authentic archival footage offers a rare glimpse into domestic life in the late 1930s, perfect for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Close-up
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
73156099

Source & Documentation

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Date
1939 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Michigan, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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