Clock tower rises above arched colonial facade, Calcutta, 1962.
1962 · Calcutta, India
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Panned view reveals clock tower flanked by ornate balcony tiers, Calcutta, 1962 — Calcutta, 1962
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- 1962
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- Calcutta, India
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Calcutta colonial-era building complex with clock tower, arched balconies, and pale stucco, circa 1962, on color 8mm with visible warm color fading.
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Calcutta India-1962: Buildings with Clock Tower and Arches
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Source format: 8mm.
Browse the collection: 1962 Calcutta India.
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Location documentation · estimated
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Source reel 1399
Reel label: feb
Year note: 1962
Location note: india,calcuta,bengali
Period detail
Arched colonial-style facades, ornate multi-story balconies, and a clock tower visible in the early frames are consistent with late Raj-era or early post-independence architecture; utility poles suggest a mid-century urban streetscape.
Film character
Classic 8mm color fading has shifted the palette to warm ochre and yellow; visible grain, slight vignetting at frame edges, and softened focus give the footage the unmistakable texture of mid-century amateur film.
Historical context
The ornate multi-story buildings with Victorian-influenced arches reflect Calcutta's layered colonial built environment, which remained largely intact in the early decades following Indian independence.
Research note
No identifiable individuals or branded signage are visible; buildings appear public-facing, but producers should verify whether any structure carries heritage or landmark restrictions in the relevant jurisdiction.
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