Joseph Southall: The Modern Master of Egg Tempera
This post was originally published on this siteJoseph Southall (1861–1944) was a pivotal figure in the British Arts and Crafts movement and the leading light […]
The Life of Teresa Wilms Montt, the Woman Who Was Not Suitable for “Young Ladies”
This post was originally published on this site“My name is Teresa Wilms Montt, and I am not suitable for young ladies.” –– That’s how she […]
The 1957 Jensen 541 Deluxe: A Fiberglass Masterpiece of British Engineering
This post was originally published on this sitePioneering fiberglass bodywork made this British grand tourer a technical innovator when it debuted at the 1953 Motor […]
1953 Sunbeam Alpine Roadster Driven by Grace Kelly in “To Catch a Thief” (1955)
This post was originally published on this siteGrace Kelly’s car was a first-generation Sunbeam Alpine roadster, made by England’s Sunbeam-Talbot Company between 1953 and 1955. […]
Beautiful Portraits of Sylvia Sorrente in the 1960s
This post was originally published on this siteBorn 1941 in Paris, French actress and starlet Sylvia Sorrente gained popularity during the 1960s. Known for her […]
Bell Cemeteries in Germany During the Wars
This post was originally published on this siteBell cemeteries (or Glockenfriedhöfe in German) were enormous holding areas where confiscated church bells were stockpiled before being […]
Map Creation Before Computers – Using T-squares, Rulers and Ink, ca. 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteBefore the digital era, creating engineering and architectural drawings was an intensely manual and meticulous process. Draftsmen and […]
The Dawn of Cuban Art Deco: Rare Social Magazine Covers of the 1910s
This post was originally published on this siteFounded in 1916 by brothers Conrado Walter and Oscar H. Massaguer, Social was far more than a high-society […]
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Trip to Japan, 1979
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1979, John Lennon and Yoko Ono spent what would be their final summer together in Japan. This […]
Mary Pickford Before and After She Bobbed Her Hair
This post was originally published on this siteThe transition of Mary Pickford’s hair from her signature “golden curls” to a short “bob” in June 1928 […]
Publicity Photos of Carolyn Jones as Morticia Addams in the TV Series “The Addams Family”
This post was originally published on this siteCarolyn Jones portrayed Morticia Addams in the original 1964 television series The Addams Family, a role that became […]
London in the 1950s Through Hardwicke Knight’s Lens
This post was originally published on this sitePost-war London in the 1950s was a city of stark contrasts, transitioning from the gray austerity of the […]
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 […]
The Long-Lost Ferrari 512 TR Once Owned by Michael Jordan Has Resurfaced
This post was originally published on this siteThe long-lost 1992 Ferrari 512 TR once owned by Michael Jordan, famous for its “M-AIR-J” license plate, was […]
As a Martial Artist, Jackie Chan is Also Skilled in Multiple Forms of Kung Fu
This post was originally published on this siteJackie Chan (born Chan Kong-sang; April 7, 1954) is a Hong Kong martial artist, actor and filmmaker, known […]
Brigitte Bauer: A Face That Defined the Sixties
This post was originally published on this siteBrigitte Bauer was a striking German-born fashion model who became one of the most recognizable faces of the […]
Jennie Bauter’s Brothel at Jerome, Arizona in 1898
This post was originally published on this sitePictured here is Jennie Bauter’s brothel at Jerome, Arizona in 1898. Jennie is the woman in the black […]
Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos of ‘The Thing from Another World’ (1951)
This post was originally published on this siteProduced during the height of the Cold War, The Thing from Another World (1951) remains a definitive masterpiece […]
Who Needs a Fancy Bathtub When You’ve Got a Kitchen Sink?
This post was originally published on this siteBathing in the kitchen sink is a cherished memory for many generations, particularly those who grew up in […]
A Rare Picture of Jean Harlow on a Pier at Camp Cha-ton-ka in Michigamme, Michigan, Summer 1926
This post was originally published on this siteA rare picture of Harlean (Jean Harlow) on a pier at Camp Cha-ton-ka in Michigamme, Michigan, summer 1926. […]
Agnetha Fältskog’s Solo Album Covers Before ABBA
This post was originally published on this siteBefore joining ABBA in 1972, Agnetha Fältskog was one of Sweden’s most successful solo pop stars, known for […]
Hope Lange: The Luminous Grace of Hollywood’s Golden Age
This post was originally published on this siteHope Lange was a quintessential figure of American grace, widely regarded for her ethereal beauty and profound emotional […]
1937 Lancia Aprilia Cabriolet: An Italian Masterpiece of Pre-War Elegance
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1937 Lancia Aprilia Cabriolet stands as a pinnacle of pre-war automotive engineering, representing a seamless blend of […]
In 1962, Bette Davis Did Her Own Makeup for “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?”
This post was originally published on this siteBette Davis famously created and applied her own makeup for the 1962 film What Ever Happened to Baby […]
Gloria Holliday Posing With an Easter Bunny, 1951
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1951, Gloria Holliday was a regular cast member of the CBS Radio situation comedy The Harold Peary […]