Vintage Postcards of Leila Hyams in the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteLeila Hyams (1905–1977) was a popular American actress, model, and former vaudevillian who thrived in Hollywood during the […]
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40 Vintage Postcards of Camilla Horn From the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteCamilla Horn (April 25, 1903 – August 14, 1996) was a prominent German dancer and film star who […]
40 Vintage Postcards That Capture the Motel Pools of Mid-Century America
This post was originally published on this siteIn the mid-20th century, the swimming pool became the sparkling blue crown jewel of the American motel, symbolizing […]
Beautiful Vintage Postcards of Young French Women Posing for April Fool’s Day From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1508, French poet Eloy d’Amerval referred to a poisson d’avril (April fool, literally “Fish of April”), possibly […]
25 Stunning Vintage Postcards of Gloria Swanson in the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteGloria Swanson wasn’t just a movie star; she was the blueprint for the modern celebrity. Her transition from […]
A Gallery of 70 Striking Real Photo Postcards of European Actresses From Between the 1920s and 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteThe Picturegoer series is a legendary cornerstone of film memorabilia, particularly beloved by collectors of British cinema history. […]
25 Stunning Real Photo Postcards of Zarah Leander in the 1930s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteDuring the 1930s and 1940s, Zarah Leander (March 15, 1907 – June 23, 1981) was the most prominent […]
20 Stunning Vintage Postcards of Anna Pavlova, Early 20th Century Ballet Icon
This post was originally published on this siteAnna Pavlovna Pavlova (born Anna Matveyevna Pavlova; February 12, 1881 – 23 January 1931) was a Russian prima […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
40 Vintage Postcards of Mid-20th Century American Motel and Hotel Bedrooms
This post was originally published on this siteThe mid-20th century marked the rise of the great American road trip, and with it, a new aesthetic […]
30 Romantic Postcards Show How Edwardian Couples Express Their Love
This post was originally published on this siteThese romantic Edwardian postcards offer a tender glimpse into how couples expressed affection during the early 20th century, […]
40 Photochrom Prints of Constantinople From the 1890s
This post was originally published on this siteThe late 19th century introduced the mesmerizing technique of Photochrom, a photolithographic process that transformed black-and-white negatives into […]
A Collection of 74 Wonderful Vintage Movie Posters Featuring Greta Garbo From Between the 1920s and 1940s
This post was originally published on this siteGreta Garbo (September 18, 1905 – April 15, 1990) was one of the most iconic and enigmatic figures […]
The Queen of MGM: 40 Vintage Postcards of Norma Shearer From the 1920s and 1930s
This post was originally published on this siteNorma Shearer (August 11, 1902 – June 12, 1983) was a Canadian-American actress who reigned as the “Queen […]
Victorian Trade Cards: The Art of Advertising in the 19th Century
This post was originally published on this siteVictorian trade cards were one of the most popular forms of advertising during the late 19th century, especially […]
30 Striking Photochrom Prints That Capture 1890s London
This post was originally published on this siteLondon in the 1890s was a city of striking contrasts—booming with industrial progress and imperial confidence, yet shadowed […]
Humorous Photos of Valentine’s Day Cards in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries
This post was originally published on this siteValentine’s Day cards in the late 19th and early 20th centuries were elaborate and sentimental, reflecting the era’s […]
18 Adorable Vintage Cowboy-Themed Valentine’s Day Cards From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteValentine’s Day cards from the early 20th century were known for their intricate designs, romantic themes, and playful […]
To My Valentine: George Willard Bonte’s Tuck Postcards From the Early 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteGeorge Willard Bonte found solace in the unusual. He was an author, artist, poet, cartoonist and political consultant. […]
20 Vintage Get-Well Cards in the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteA get-well card is a greeting card that people send to someone who is sick, recovering from an […]
1890 New Year’s Day Greeting Card Made by Prominent Early Seattle Citizens
This post was originally published on this siteProminent early Seattle citizens Henry Yesler, Bailey Gatzert, and Moses Maddocks made a New Year’s Day tradition out […]
Another Year, Another Weird Victorian New Year Greeting Cards
This post was originally published on this siteIn Victorian England, Christmas cards were relatively new (introduced in the 1840s), and sending New Year’s greetings became […]