Name/Title
Marie Clarke with the RiverasEntry/Object ID
A-47Tags
North AmericaDescription
Film depicts activities of Marie Rankin Clarke's while visiting the the Rivera property, belonging to close friends of hers. Contents show a developing farm, indicating the Rivera's likely became wealthy through agriculture. Marie handles a macaw bird, something that would have been exotic and exciting. Video depicts Marie chatting with a large friend group before departing in a vehicle, and ends with her entering the Rivera home.Context
Though not much is known about the Rivera family, we can deduce that they were of similar wealth, due to the size of them home as well as ability to interact with exotic animals. It is also clear that Marie was close to this family, as they seem quite comfortable and friendly with each otherCollection
Marie Rankin Clarke Film ReelsAcquisition
Accession
2025.2.24Source or Donor
James SeimonAcquisition Method
PurchaseSource (if not Accessioned)
The Clarke EstateMotion Picture Details
Genre
AmateurFilm Gauge/Format
16mm Film reelRuntime
0:03:39Producer
Marie Rankin ClarkeMade/Created
Artist
Marie Rankin ClarkeDate made
circa 1930Time Period
20th CenturyCopyright
Type of License
NoneCopyright Details
Public domain. No restrictions on use