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Photographer Misha Burlatsky Uses 1851 Technology to Capture Portraits on Glass

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Born into a family of an opera singer in Moscow in 1958, Misha Burlatsky embarked on a diverse life journey. Continue reading »

Stunning Photos of Jane Fonda in the 1960s

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Born on December 21, 1937, to famed actors Henry Fonda and Frances Ford Seymour, Jane Fonda became an Oscar winner twice. She has now achieved success in her own profession as an actor and political activist. Continue reading »

Superb Vintage Posters Designed by György Konecsni

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From the 1930s to the 1970s, Konecsni György (1908-1970) was a leading poster artist in Hungary. In the 1930s, his classicist art deco designs first appeared on the streets. Continue reading »

Shades on Feathers: An Old Book of Color Shades Depicted With Feathers

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An 18-section foldout containing 143 dyed feathers and a sample book with dyeing instructions. Continue reading »

Bizarre Vintage Christmas Cards From the Early 20th Century

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The holiday season is often a time for comparing the number of cards received among friends. Nowadays, these cards typically feature charming and quaint designs, but historically, they were quite peculiar. Continue reading »

Vintage Photographs of People Dressed Up in Christmas Tree Costumes

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Fashion is an integral part of the holiday season, from the classic and chic black dress, to the tacky sweaters, to the new outfits that we enjoy shopping for. Christmas fashion is as festive as turkey and eggnog. But some of these fashion choices are more curious than others. Continue reading »

Swooning, Screaming, Crying: Vintage Photographs of Teenage Fan Girls at Elvis Presley Concerts in the 1950s

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In the mid-1950s, Elvis Presley’s concerts were marked by an unprecedented phenomenon: intense, loud screaming from female fans. This screaming was so overwhelming that it often drowned out Elvis’ singing, even making it difficult for his band to play. Scotty Moore, Elvis’ guitarist, humorously noted that they had to follow Elvis’ movements for cues since they couldn’t hear him. In 1957, Elvis had to cover his ears to hear his own voice. Continue reading »

Vintage Photographs of People Riding Electric Scooters from The Beginning of The 20th Century

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Electric scooters are a trendy and eco-friendly way of traveling around the city. They are used for commuting, studying, or leisure. However, few people know that electric scooters have a long history that dates back to the last century. In fact, electric scooters were first invented in 1915 and were used for various purposes, such as recreation, crime, and mail delivery. Continue reading »

Beautiful Portraits of Goldie Hawn With Her Iconic Short Hairstyle in the 1960s

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Goldie Hawn, known for her stunning long hair today, sported a transformative pageboy cut in the 1960s that enhanced her look. Continue reading »

Two Women Demonstrate How to Turn This Sidecar in to a Small Caravan With Two Beds in 1958

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In 1958, in the heart of the British summer, two women embarked on a unique weekend adventure in the UK, as captured in these extraordinary photographs. The images depict the duo on a motorbike with a sidecar, which they ingeniously convert into their overnight accommodation. Continue reading »

In 1974 Manga Artists Celebrate The Exorcist’s Arrival in Japan

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The manga adaptation of The Exorcist by Kazuo Umezu was featured in the July 7th, 1974 issue of Shonen Sunday, just a week prior to the film’s release in Japan and six months after its US premiere in December 1973. Shonen Sunday, a weekly shonen manga magazine, has been published in Japan by Shogakukan since March 1959. Continue reading »

Amazing Vintage Photos of Tandem Cycling Taken by Jules Beau from The 19th Century

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Prior to the First World War, sports in Paris were a multifaceted social event. On one side, the inaugural sports federations were established and began to coordinate regulated contests. Continue reading »

Vintage Cover Photos of Cavalcade Magazine in the 1950s

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Cavalcade, an Australian men’s magazine, was first published in the early 1940s amidst World War II. Initially, it focused on serious topics, predominantly featuring content related to the war. The early editions included cartoons and jokes that were relatively harmless. Continue reading »

The First Car that Porsche Ever Built Was Found in A Shed that Had Been Untouched for More than A Century

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The first Porsche in the world, known as the “Egger-Lohner electric vehicle, C.2 Phaeton model” or P1 for short, made its debut on the streets of Vienna on June 26, 1898. This historic vehicle, designed and built by Ferdinand Porsche himself, had been stored in a shed in Austria since 1902. Continue reading »

Emotional Nostalgic Photos of Soviet Children that Have Become Iconic

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Young pioneers playing in a kindergarten, outdoor adventures, civil defense lessons – these aren’t just routine moments of Soviet childhood. You’ve probably encountered these scenes more than once, either because they’ve been emblematized as joyful snapshots of Soviet upbringing, or because of their sheer emotional intensity. We’ve meticulously curated the cream of the crop into a captivating collection you simply can’t miss! Continue reading »

Amazing Photos of the 1988 Pontiac Banshee IV Concept

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In the twilight of 1988, Pontiac unveiled something almost mythical – the Banshee. This wasn’t just another car; it was a tantalizing glimpse into the adrenaline-charged future of automobiles. A blast from the past, the Banshee moniker whispered secrets from the 60s when it covertly tagged the soon-to-debut ’67 Pontiac Firebird, the cool cousin of the ’67 Chevrolet Camaro. Continue reading »

The Scariest Soviet Toys Ever Made

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Within the vast collection of dolls produced in the USSR, some were universally cherished and desired by every child. However, others took a decidedly different route in their appeal. If you have a sensitive disposition towards such topics, please proceed with caution! Continue reading »

Amazing Cover Photos of the Startling Stories Magazine in the 1940s

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Between the years 1939 to 1955, a remarkable American pulp science fiction magazine named ‘Startling Stories’ graced the shelves. Born out of the publishing house of Ned Pines’ Standard Magazines, this gem offered readers an escape into otherworldly tales. Under the keen editorial eyes of Mort Weisinger, who simultaneously handled ‘Thrilling Wonder Stories’, every issue of Startling was a gateway to another universe with its lead novel. Continue reading »

The 1933 ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Movie Is Creepy as Hell!

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Directed by Norman Z. McLeod, the 1933 film adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic novel “Alice in Wonderland” delves into the depths of the deepest, darkest, strangest, and most horrific of nightmares. Its uncanny nature is particularly evident in the character designs, costumes, and masks used throughout the film. Continue reading »

The Evolution of Car Junk Yards: From Auto Salvage to Eco-Friendly Hubs

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Car junk yards, also referred to as auto salvage yards or scrap yards, boast a rich history spanning several decades. These once-considered final resting places for discarded vehicles have transformed into pivotal centers for recycling and repurposing automotive components. Continue reading »

Amazing photos of New York City taken by Anthony Angel in the 1950’s

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Anthony Angel (1906-1967) dedicated his life to capturing the essence of New York City through the lens of his camera. Day after day, he ventured out into the bustling streets, documenting the city’s vibrant street scenes and iconic buildings. His extraordinary photographic legacy, generously bequeathed to the Library of Congress, comprises an impressive collection of approximately 60,000 images. Continue reading »

Daredevil Motorized Roller Skates From the 1960s

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In 1956, the Motorized Roller Skate Company of Detroit began manufacturing self-propelled skates. The company was established a year earlier by Antonio Pirrello, a relentless inventor hailing from Lincoln Park, Michigan. Continue reading »

Amazing Expressive Photos of A Young Lita Ford on Stage from The 1970s and 1980s

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Lita Ford, a name synonymous with the world of hard rock, was a trailblazer in a predominantly male world. As she once explained, “Rock and roll is basically a man’s world. You have to play, sing and shake your ass on stage – and not be afraid to let your make-up run”. Continue reading »

The Visual Explanation of The Ladies’ Dress Shoes in the Nineteenth Century

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The evolution of clothing manufacturing is a fascinating journey that intertwines with the advent of factory sewing machines and the emergence of a middle class, eager to acquire and flaunt an ever-changing wardrobe. Continue reading »

Totally Pointless Gallery of The Cats ‘Performing’ On Synthesizers In Space

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Do you like to spend your precious time staring at utterly useless stuff? Then you will adore this collection of cats on synthesizers in space. Continue reading »