Merle Oberon: Exotic Beauty of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteMerle Oberon (1911–1979) was a glamorous Anglo-Indian actress who became one of the defining beauties of 1930s and […]
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Plan of Work for a Small Servantless House, ca. 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThis chart, titled “Plan of Work for a Small Servantless House (3 or 4 in family),” comes from […]
John Onwy: Vintage Poster Artist of the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteJohn Onwy was a French commercial artist and poster designer active in the early 20th century. Best known […]
35 Vintage Photos Capturing the Life of UK Sea Scouts in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThese vintage photos capture the lively spirit of UK Sea Scouts during camps held in 1935, 1936 and […]
Art Deco Masterpiece: Amazing Photos of the 1937 Cord 812 Supercharged Phaeton
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1937 Cord 812 Supercharged Phaeton is one of the most striking and innovative American automobiles of the […]
Frances Dee: Elegant Beauty of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteFrances Dee (1909–2004) was an American actress known for her delicate beauty and refined screen presence during Hollywood’s […]
30 Stunning Portraits of Dita Parlo in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteDuring the 1930s, German actress Dita Parlo established herself as a major star of European cinema, moving fluidly […]
Rare Vintage Covers of Unknown Magazine (1939–1943)
This post was originally published on this siteThese rare vintage covers of Unknown magazine (later known as Unknown Worlds) showcase the distinctive visual style of […]
Mardee Hoff, the Girl With the Most Beautiful Figure in America
This post was originally published on this siteMardee Hoff (born Marjorie Saunders Hoff, November 4, 1914 – April 27, 2004) was an American model and […]
Lucille Ball and Young Accomplices Sitting With Legs Crossed in Los Angeles, 1933
This post was originally published on this siteBefore becoming television’s most famous redhead on I Love Lucy, Lucille Ball was a brunette working model and […]
35 Vintage Photos Capturing Picnics in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThese vintage photos offer a charming glimpse into picnic culture during the 1930s. From family gatherings on grassy […]
The Best Portraits of a Young and Beautiful Joan Blondell
This post was originally published on this siteJoan Blondell was one of Hollywood’s most resilient, hard-working, and charismatic stars during the 1930s and 1940s. Her […]
Historical Photos of Japanese Immigrants in Brazil in the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteJapanese immigration to Brazil in the early 20th century began officially in 1908 and formed the foundation of […]
44 Amazing Photographs From the Set of “Gold Diggers of 1933”
This post was originally published on this siteGold Diggers of 1933 is a quintessential American pre-Code musical film released by Warner Bros. on May 27, […]
Sarla Thukral, India’s First Pilot Obtained Her Flying License at the Age of 21 in 1936
This post was originally published on this siteSarla Thakral (also spelt Thakral; August 8, 1914 – March 15, 2008) was the first Indian woman to […]
25 Stunning Portraits of Anneliese Uhlig in the Late 1930s and Early 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteAnneliese Uhlig (August 27, 1918 – June 17, 2017) was a prominent German-born film actress and journalist who […]
Salvador Dalí and Man Ray Photographed by Carl Van Vechten in Paris, 1934
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1934, Carl Van Vechten took a group of photos of Salvador Dalí and Man Ray in Paris […]
1938 Talbot-Lago T150C ‘Lago Spéciale’: French Elegance on Wheels
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1938 Talbot-Lago T150C ‘Lago Spéciale’ is one of the most elegant French sports cars of the prewar […]
Lynn Bari: Sultry Star of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteLynn Bari (1913–1989), born Marjorie Schuyler Fisher, was an American actress known for her glamorous looks and strong […]
Dolores del Rio at the Studio of the Artist Hugo Ballin, 1933
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1933, artist and muralist Hugo Ballin painted a full-length portrait of Mexican-born Hollywood star Dolores del Río. […]
Paul Gustave Mohr: Art Deco Master of French Advertising Posters
This post was originally published on this sitePaul Gustave Mohr (1890–1959) was a French poster artist known for his bold and colorful Art Deco advertising […]
Portraits of a Young Edith Head in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteEdith Claire Head (1897–1981) was an American film costume designer. She received a record 35 nominations for the […]
30 Portraits of Elisabeth Bergner From Between the Late 1920s and Early 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteElisabeth Bergner (August 22, 1897 – May 12, 1986) was a highly acclaimed Austrian-British stage and film actress […]
Lupe Vélez: The Mexican Spitfire of Classic Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteLupe Vélez (1908–1944), born María Guadalupe Villalobos Vélez in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, was a vibrant and fiery […]
1930 Packard 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible: American Luxury of the Classic Era
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1930 Packard 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible was one of the most elegant American automobiles of the Classic […]