40 Glamorous Photos of a Young and Beautiful Jean Parker in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteJean Parker (born Lois May Green, August 11, 1915 – November 30, 2005) was a prominent Hollywood ingenue […]
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Before Becoming “Hollywood’s Mermaid,” Esther Williams Was an Elite Swimmer in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteIn the 1930s, Esther Williams was an elite, record-breaking competitive swimmer long before she became Hollywood’s famous “Million […]
1938 Delahaye 135 MS Coupe: French Art Deco Masterpiece
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1938 Delahaye 135 MS Coupe is widely regarded as one of the most elegant French automobiles of […]
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 […]
Promotional Stills of a Young Lucille Ball as a Goldwyn Girl in “Roman Scandals” (1933)
This post was originally published on this siteBefore she became the iconic redheaded queen of television comedy, a 22-year-old Lucille Ball made her big Hollywood […]
Women Selling “Wine Bricks" in New York, 1931
This post was originally published on this siteWomen selling “wine bricks” (compressed grape juice) in New York in August 1931. The packages were supposed to […]
50 Glamorous Photos of Dolores del Río in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteDolores del Río (August 3, 1904 – April 11, 1983), the Mexican actress who became one of Hollywood’s […]
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 […]
46 Stunning Vintage Postcards of Clara Bow From the 1920s
This post was originally published on this siteClara Bow (July 29, 1905 – September 27, 1965) was the ultimate cultural icon of the 1920s, widely […]
1930 Stutz Model MB Monte Carlo: A Masterpiece of American Elegance
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1930 Stutz Model MB Monte Carlo was one of the most elegant and advanced American luxury sedans […]
30 Portraits of Gusti Huber in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteAuguste “Gusti” Huber (July 27, 1914 – July 12, 1993) was an Austrian-American stage and film actress. She […]
Carmen Miranda: The Brazilian Bombshell of Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteCarmen Miranda (1909–1955) was a Brazilian singer, dancer, and actress who became one of the most iconic and […]
Kangaroo Jumps Rebound Shoes From the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteKangaroo jumps (or rebound/jumping shoes, also called “moon shoes” or spring-heel shoes) from the 1930s era refer to […]
26 Amazing Photographs of Ginger Rogers Playing Tennis From the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteAcademy Award-winning actress and dancer Ginger Rogers was a highly accomplished tennis player who took the sport seriously […]
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 […]
20 Publicity Photos of Annabella From the Set of “Suez” (1938)
This post was originally published on this siteThe production of 20th Century Fox’s romantic historical epic Suez (1938) is legendary in classic Hollywood lore. For […]
Rare Color Slides of the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco
This post was originally published on this siteThese rare color slides offer a vibrant and fascinating glimpse into the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, one […]
30 Breathtaking Vintage Covers of Flying Aces Magazine From the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteFlying Aces was one of the most popular and influential pulp magazines dedicated to aviation adventure during the […]
1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Sport Berlinetta: Italian Pre-War Elegance
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Sport Berlinetta is one of the most elegant and desirable pre-war Italian […]
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 […]
Brooklyn Stand-Up Mugshots
This post was originally published on this siteBefore the stand-up series began, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) relied on the “Rogues Gallery” (established […]
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, […]
40 Vintage Postcards of Jeanette MacDonald From the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteJeanette MacDonald (June 18, 1903 – January 14, 1965) was a major American soprano, actress, and one of […]
Photos of Judy Garland and Terry the Dog Posing Together in “The Wizard of Oz” (1939)
This post was originally published on this siteOne of the most beloved relationships in film history is that between Judy Garland, who played Dorothy Gale, […]