Robys (Robert Wolff): The Art Deco Master of French Advertising Posters
This post was originally published on this siteRobys, the professional name of Robert Wolff (1916–1995), was a French poster artist celebrated for his bold and […]
1920s
Love in the Jazz Age: 40 Charming Vintage Photos of 1920s Couples
This post was originally published on this siteThese charming vintage photos capture the romance and spirit of couples during the Jazz Age of the 1920s. […]
A Gallery of 50 Vintage Photographs of a Young Norma Shearer in the 1920s
This post was originally published on this siteEdith Norma Shearer (August 11, 1902 – June 12, 1983) was a Canadian-American actress who was active on […]
Marcello Dudovich: Master of Italian Poster Art
This post was originally published on this siteMarcello Dudovich (1878–1962) was one of the most important Italian poster artists and illustrators of the early 20th […]
Inside the Opium Dens From Between the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries
This post was originally published on this siteOpium dens were establishments where opium was sold and smoked, typically in reclining positions using long pipes heated […]
George Spencer Watson: Elegant Portraitist of the Late Romantic School
This post was originally published on this siteGeorge Spencer Watson (1869–1934) was an English portrait painter known for his refined and romantic style, often influenced […]
Stunning Postcards of Lotte Neumann, One of the Most Successful Actresses in the Early Days of the German Silent Cinema
This post was originally published on this siteLotte Neumann (born Charlotte Pötler, August 5, 1896 – February 26, 1977) was a prominent German silent film […]
30 Fabulous Photos of a Young Anita Page in the 1920s
This post was originally published on this siteAnita Page (bAugust 4, 1910 – September 6, 2008)) was one of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s fastest-rising stars of the late […]
Myrna Loy Photographed by Nickolas Muray for Vanity Fair in 1929
This post was originally published on this site1929 was a busy year for Myrna Loy as she made eight movies. Some of these photos were […]
35 Stunning Portraits of Truus van Aalten From Betwen the Late 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteTruus van Aalten (August 2, 1910 – June 27, 1999) was a prominent Dutch actress who achieved widespread […]
Marcellin Auzolle: Master of Early 20th-Century French Posters
This post was originally published on this siteMarcellin Auzolle (1862–1942) was a French painter and poster artist known for his colorful and inventive commercial designs […]
40 Stunning Portraits of Lya Mara, One of the Biggest Stars of the German Silent Cinema
This post was originally published on this siteLya Mara (born Aleksandra Gudowicz; August 1, 1897 – March 1, 1960) was a Polish actress. In the […]
Hugo Ungewitter: Master of Animal and Battle Painting
This post was originally published on this siteHugo Ungewitter (1869–1947) was a German painter renowned for his dramatic and realistic depictions of animals, hunting scenes, […]
36 Portraits of a Very Young and Beautiful Thelma Todd in the 1920s
This post was originally published on this siteThelma Todd’s trajectory during the 1920s laid the foundation for her status as one of Hollywood’s most versatile […]
La Muerte Niña: Post-Mortem Portraits of Infants and Young Children in Mexico From the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries
This post was originally published on this site“La muerte niña” (the death of the child) refers to the Mexican tradition of post-mortem photography for deceased […]
26 Portraits of Enid Bennett in the Late 1910s and Early 1920s
This post was originally published on this siteEnid Bennett (July 15, 1893 – May 14, 1969) was an Australian-born silent film actress who became a […]
36 Stunning Photos of Maria Matray aka Maria Solveg in the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteMaria Matray (born Maria Charlotte Stern, July 14, 1907 – October 30, 1993), also known by her stage […]
Before Becoming a Hollywood Legend, Bette Davis Was Ogunquit, Maine’s First Female Lifeguard
This post was originally published on this siteDid you know that before she became a famous Hollywood actress, Bette Davis was the state of Maine’s […]
Adorable Childhood Photos of Nancy Reagan From the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteNancy Reagan’s childhood was essentially a tale of two very different worlds: an early period marked by separation […]
A Statue of Anubis in Tutankhamun s Tomb, Taken During Carter Expedition in 1922
This post was originally published on this siteThe statue of Anubis, the ancient Egyptian god of mummification and the afterlife, was discovered inside the tomb […]
Richard Roland Holst: Master of Dutch Art Nouveau and Symbolism
This post was originally published on this siteRichard Roland Holst (1868–1938) was a prominent Dutch painter, graphic artist, and designer who played a significant role […]
22 Stunning Portraits of Suzy Vernon in the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteSuzy Vernon (born Amelie Paris, June 26, 1901 – January 24, 1997) was a popular French film actress, […]
A 1920s Discovered Family Photo Album: Glimpses of Everyday Life
This post was originally published on this siteThis remarkable discovered family photo album offers an intimate and heartfelt window into everyday life during the 1920s, […]
Vintage Photographs of Traditional Ottoman-Era Wooden Ferris Wheel From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteLong before George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. engineered his massive steel monolith for the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, […]
Mae Murray: The Gardenia of the Silent Screen
This post was originally published on this siteMae Murray (1885–1965) was an American actress, dancer, and one of the most glamorous stars of the silent […]