22 Funny “Hospital” Valentine’s Day Cards From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteIn the very early 20th century, the “patent medicine” industry was still booming. Companies like Smith’s Bile Beans […]
1930s
The Severed and Preserved Head of Peter Kürten, Germany’s Notorious “Vampire of Düsseldorf”
This post was originally published on this siteThe severed and preserved head of Peter Kürten, Germany’s notorious “Vampire of Düsseldorf,” remains one of the most […]
1933 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles on the Beach in Milwaukee for a Photo Shoot
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1933, Harley-Davidson designers created a one year only paint job which is arguably the best that has […]
The Story of ‘Spitfire Girl’ Jackie Moggridge, a True Pioneer in Aviation
This post was originally published on this siteJackie Moggridge (1922–2004) was a South African-born aviator who became one of the most prolific female ferry pilots […]
Funny Portraits of the Marx Brothers in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteThe Marx Brothers were an American comedy troupe who achieved success in vaudeville, on Broadway, and in 14 […]
Federico Seneca: The Visionary of Italian Poster Art
This post was originally published on this siteFederico Seneca (1891–1976) was a towering figure in early 20th-century graphic design, celebrated for his ability to blend […]
Ann Todd: The “Pocket Venus” of British Cinema
This post was originally published on this siteAnn Todd (1909–1993) was a distinguished English actress and producer who rose to international stardom during the golden […]
Jean Moral: The Pioneer of Spontaneous Elegance
This post was originally published on this siteJean Moral (1906–1999) was a visionary French photographer and illustrator who fundamentally transformed the aesthetics of fashion photography […]
Josep Renau: The Architect of Visual Resistance
This post was originally published on this siteJosep Renau (1907–1982) was a visionary Spanish artist, theorist, and political activist who revolutionized the use of graphic […]
30 Vintage Postcards of Loretta Young in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteLoretta Young (born Gretchen Michaela Young; January 6, 1913 – August 12, 2000) was an American actress. Starting […]
40 Beautiful Portraits of Romanian Girls From the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThe photographic portraits of Romanian girls from the 1920s and 1930s offer a breathtaking glimpse into a world […]
30 Glamorous Photos of a Young and Beautiful Jane Wyman in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteJane Wyman (born Sarah Jane Mayfield; January 5, 1917 – September 10, 2007) was an American actress. A […]
Beautiful Fashion Portraits of (Lud) Ludmila Feodoseyevna From the 1930s and ’40s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn Ludmila Feodoseyevna in St. Petersburg in 1913, the daughter of a Russian vice-governor, the woman known simply […]
Donn Fendler, 12-Year-Old Boy Scout Lost on Maine Mountain for 9 Days Survives in 1939
This post was originally published on this siteIn July 1939, 12-year-old Donn Fendler of Rye, New York, became the subject of a massive national search […]
25 Amazing Postcards of a Young and Beautiful Anna May Wong
This post was originally published on this siteWong Liu Tsong (January 3, 1905 – February 3, 1961), known professionally as Anna May Wong, was an […]
Lucien Lelong: The Savior of Parisian Haute Couture
This post was originally published on this siteLucien Lelong (1889–1958) was a visionary French couturier and a monumental figure in the history of haute couture, […]
50 Glamorous Vintage Postcards of Marlene Dietrich in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteMarie Magdalene “Marlene” Dietrich (27 December 1901 – 6 May 1992) was a German-American actress and singer whose […]
The Queen of Weepies: 50 Glamorous Photos of Irene Dunne in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteIrene Dunne (born Irene Marie Dunn; December 20, 1898 – September 4, 1990) was an American actress who […]
Woman Standing on a Street Holding a Sign Reading “OUR BOSS OWNS 77 HOUSES — WE CAN’T PAY RENT”
This post was originally published on this siteThis powerful photograph, taken in Richmond, Virginia, in October 1938, captures a striking moment of protest during the […]
Charting the Iron Horse: The Legacy of Railway Wonders of the World Magazine
This post was originally published on this siteRailway Wonders of the World was a popular British fortnightly magazine published in thirty-seven issues between 1935 and […]
A Gallery of 51 Wonderful Christmas Covers of The New Yorker Magazine During the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteThe New Yorker is an American magazine featuring journalism, commentary, criticism, essays, fiction, satire, cartoons, and poetry. It […]
Beautiful Photos of the 1935 Bugatti Type 57 ‘Grand Raid’ Roadster
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1935 Bugatti Type 57 ‘Grand Raid’ Roadster stands as an exquisite example of automotive artistry and high […]
Y Bwthyn Bach: Queen Elizabeth II’s Childhood Playhouse in Windsor Great Park, England
This post was originally published on this siteQueen Elizabeth II’s childhood playhouse in Windsor Great Park is one of the most charming and intimate artifacts […]
Curious Chicagoans Pack the Cook County Morgue to View the Body of Slain Fugitive John Dillinger on July 22, 1934
This post was originally published on this siteJohn Dillinger, one of the most notorious bank robbers in American history, was gunned down by FBI agents […]
50 Gorgeous Photos of a Young and Beautiful Dorothy Lamour in the 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn in New Orleans, Dorothy Lamour (December 10, 1914 – September 22, 1996) started her career by entering […]