Barbara Payton: The Beautiful and Tragic Star of 1950s Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteBarbara Payton was an American actress whose beauty and tumultuous life made her one of Hollywood’s most tragic […]
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Picking Up Golf Balls Off a Driving Range in Japan, 1956
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1956 Japan, before automation transformed the sport, collecting golf balls from a driving range was an exhausting […]
Digby Morton: A Pioneer of Post-War British Couture
This post was originally published on this siteDigby Morton (1906–1983) was a highly influential Irish fashion designer and a leading figure in British couture from […]
24 Romantic Photos of Morticia and Gomez on the Set of “The Addams Family” (1991)
This post was originally published on this siteIn The Addams Family (1991), directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, Morticia and Gomez Addams — played by Anjelica Huston […]
Yorkshire in the Late 19th Century Through Fascinating Photochrom Prints
This post was originally published on this siteYorkshire in the late 19th century was a region defined by contrasts—between the industrial and the rural, tradition […]
Behind the Scenes Photos of Queen During the Shooting of the “I Want to Break Free” Music Video, 1984
This post was originally published on this siteQueen’s 1984 music video for “I Want to Break Free” is one of the most memorable and iconic […]
Two People Dressed as the Twin Towers at the Halloween Parade in Greenwich Village, New York City, 2001
This post was originally published on this siteThese photos of two people dressed as the Twin Towers were taken during the 2001 Greenwich Village Halloween […]
35 Vintage Photos of Gas Stations in the U.S. During the 1970s
This post was originally published on this siteGas stations in the U.S. during the 1970s reflected both the golden age of the automobile and the […]
20 Rare Childhood Photos of Buster Keaton in the 1900s
This post was originally published on this siteBuster Keaton’s childhood in the 1900s was anything but ordinary — it was loud, dangerous, and steeped in […]
20 Publicity Photos of Young Susan Sarandon as Patrice Kahlman in “A World Apart” (1970–71)
This post was originally published on this siteA World Apart is an American daytime drama that ran from March 30, 1970, to June 25, 1971, […]
Mari Blanchard: Hollywood’s Alluring Star of the 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteMari Blanchard (1923–1970) was an American actress and model, remembered for her beauty, charm, and versatile screen presence […]
Adorable Photos of Dr. Jane Goodall as a Child From the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn Valerie Jane Morris-Goodall on April 3, 1934, in London, England. When Goodall was about one year old, […]
Maserati Boomerang: The Futuristic Wedge-Shaped Concept Car of the 1970s
This post was originally published on this siteThe Maserati Boomerang is one of the most striking concept cars of the 1970s, a radical design that […]
30 Fascinating Vintage Snaps of People Dressing in DIY Robot Costumes for Halloween From the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteRobot costumes have a rich history for Halloween, particularly becoming a popular DIY and cultural phenomenon starting in […]
The Story Behind the Photo of Sting Signing an Autograph for 13-Year-Old Gwen Stefani in 1983
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1983, Gwen Stefani was about 13 or 14 years old. Her father worked for Yamaha motorcycles, which […]
Rare Photos From the 19th Century Show the Depth of the Foundations of the Parthenon at the Acropolis of Athens
This post was originally published on this siteThese rare photographs of Parthenon’s foundations, revealed in an unbelievable depth. Although the temple that stands on them […]
The Architectural Watercolors of Carl Werner in the 19th Century
This post was originally published on this siteCarl Werner (1808–1894) was a German painter and lithographer best known for his detailed architectural landscapes and depictions […]
18 Amazing Photos of a Young Jane Goodall in the 1960s and 1970s
This post was originally published on this sitePioneering primatologist Jane Goodall, whose decades of work with chimpanzees transformed anthropology and conservation, passed away at 91. […]
Rafael de Penagos: Master of Spanish Art Deco
This post was originally published on this siteRafael de Penagos (1889–1954) was a Spanish illustrator and painter, celebrated as one of the most important figures […]
26 Funny Portraits of Groucho Marx in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteJulius Henry “Groucho” Marx (/October 2, 1890 – August 19, 1977) was an American comedian, actor, writer, and […]
The Last Known Photo of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Taken Ten Days Before His Death in 1859
This post was originally published on this siteA rare stereoscopic photograph of the British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, taken onboard the steamship Great Eastern, on […]
30 Portraits of Gordon Sumner aka Sting in the 1980s
This post was originally published on this siteGordon Matthew Thomas Sumner (born October 2, 1951), known as Sting, is an English singer, songwriter, musician, activist, […]
Glamour & Grace: Wilhela Cushman’s Photos of 1950s Fashion
This post was originally published on this siteWilhela Cushman was a prominent fashion editor and photographer who was best known for her work at Ladies’ […]
Colorful Photos That Show Teenage Girls’ Fashion in the 1960s
This post was originally published on this siteTeenage girls’ fashion in the 1960s reflected the era’s spirit of change, freedom, and youthful rebellion. The decade […]
Stunning Photos of 19-Year-Old Julie Andrews on Her First Role on Broadway in “The Boy Friend” (1954)
This post was originally published on this siteThe Boy Friend is a musical by Sandy Wilson. Its original 1953 London production ran for 2,078 performances, […]