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The Superb Vintage Digital Collages by Beppe Conti

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Beppe Conti, an Italian art director, designer, and illustrator, creates digital collages that merge organic forms with abstract shapes, exuding a retro charm. Through his surreal and thought-provoking works, he delves into themes of nature, memory, and identity, leaving a lasting impression on viewers. Continue reading »

Vintage Artworks of Edward Penfield, The Father of the American Poster

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Edward Penfield (1866–1925) left an indelible mark on American art and design, shaping the visual culture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Continue reading »

SØLV Jewellery Boutique Creates Cold Shapes Of This ‘Natural’ Jewellery Line That Can Mesmerise You

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Fine jewellery art with a vintage philosophy in a contemporary setting. Continue reading »

Impressive Fashion Illustration by Eduardo García Benito For Vogue in the 1920s and ’30s

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Eduardo García Benito, the brilliant Spanish artist behind some of Vogue’s most iconic covers in the 1920s and 1930s, brought a unique elegance to fashion illustration. From painting royalty to capturing bold portraits, his work continues to inspire—take a look at these stunning vintage creations! Continue reading »

Beautiful Vintage Posters Illustrated by Gaspar Camps i Junyent in the 1900s

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Gaspar Camps i Junyent (1874–1942) was a renowned Spanish draughtsman, illustrator, and painter who was significantly influenced by modernism and advertising. Continue reading »

Artist Blends Traditional Art Techniques And AI-generated Images To Create Gorgeous Vintage Artworks

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Felipe Posada, a Colombian-born visual artist and creative director, earned his M.F.A. in Digital Art with a focus on Motion Media from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2003. Continue reading »

Cyberpunk 1977: An Artist Creates Superb Aesthetic Visuals of East-Europe Dystopian Dreams

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‘Cyberpunk 1977’ envisions the past through a retro-futuristic lens, wrapped in an orange-green palette. Continue reading »

Cute Vintage Get-Well Cards in the Mid-20th Century

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A get-well card is a thoughtful greeting card sent to someone who is sick, recovering from an illness or surgery, or facing a challenging time. Its purpose is to convey well wishes, offer encouragement, and show support to the person in need. Continue reading »

Beautiful Vintage Ad Posters of Toiletries in the Early 20th Century

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Early 20th-century toiletries advertising combined ornate Art Nouveau designs and evolving consumer culture to promote purity, luxury, and hygiene through elegant visuals and catchy slogans. By the 1910s and 1920s, the focus shifted to health and personal care, emphasizing hygiene as essential for well-being. Continue reading »

Amazing Vintage Posters of Cigarette Ads in the 19th Century

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Cigarette advertising in the 19th century leveraged mass production from the Industrial Revolution to make cigarettes more affordable and appealing. Continue reading »

Humorous and Absurdistic Vintage AI-Photographs by Beth Frey

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Beth Frey is a multidisciplinary artist working across drawing, painting, video, sculpture, and installation. Continue reading »

Nightmare Vintage Thanksgiving Dinner Images, Generated by AI

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How about this Thanksgiving dinner with your loving family and some AI? What do you get? A terrifying fever dream is born. Continue reading »

Wonderful Photos of Yellow Brook, New Jersey in Winters 1967-69

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Yellow Brook is a small, rural community in Howell Township, Monmouth County, New Jersey, known for its mix of wooded areas, farms, and suburban homes. Continue reading »

Beautiful Vintage Posters Illustrated by Walter Schnackenberg in the Early 20th Century

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Walter Schnackenberg was born in 1880 in Lauterberg, Germany, and became a prominent painter and illustrator. Continue reading »

The Forgotten History of Car Swamp Coolers: How 1930s Drivers Beat the Heat Before Air Conditioning

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In the 1930s, if you wanted to travel in air-conditioned comfort, you needed a “swamp cooler” attached to your car window. These devices were popular through the 1960s, before modern air conditioning became a standard feature in most cars. Continue reading »

2025 Sarcastic Vintage Calendar by Anne Taintor

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Anne Taintor is an artist who tackles domestic stereotypes through the lens of mid-century advertisements. Continue reading »

Vintage Photos of People Having Way Too Much Fun with Statues

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This charming and quirky collection of vintage snapshots highlights a fascinating trend—people posing with statues. Continue reading »

This Comic Artist Gives Popular Comic Characters A Retro Makeover

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Are there any classic comic book fans or vintage comic collectors here? Kerry Callen, inspired by Marvel and DC, has crafted retro comic covers with a humorous twist, featuring iconic characters like Batman, Spider-Man, and Superman in unexpected situations. Continue reading »

Vintage Vehicles Used to Advertise Life Savers Lollies During the 1920s and 1930s

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In 1912, American businessman Ed Noble transformed a peppermint candy shaped like a life saver into a popular treat through innovative packaging, distinctive labels, and convenient displays. Continue reading »

Captivating Vintage Photos of Pneumatic Tube Messaging Systems

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Pneumatic tube systems, dating back to the late 18th century, were first implemented by the post office to connect buildings. Continue reading »

An Artist Makes ‘Very Ugly Plates’ With Hilarious And Raunchy Designs

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Kamila Majcher’s “Very Ugly Plates” art project combines vintage aesthetics with sharp humor, transforming ordinary porcelain plates into whimsical and irreverent pieces. Continue reading »

Vintage French Lottery Posters From Between the 1930s and ’50s

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King Francis I of France, inspired by Italian lotteries, established the first French lottery, the Loterie Royale, in 1539 to aid state finances, but it failed due to high ticket costs and opposition from affluent social classes. Continue reading »

Amazing Vintage Illustrations Of Japanese Anthropomorphic Frogs and Toads

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The Japanese term “kimo-kawaii” means “cute and ugly,” often describing anthropomorphic frogs and toads in art. Continue reading »

Vintage Photographs of People Using the Card Catalog at the Library in the 1970s

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Before computers, librarians organized book information on cards filed in card catalogs. Each book had multiple cards with details like title, author, and subject, filed alphabetically for easy searching by patrons. Catalogers created this human-made metadata. Continue reading »

Stunning Vintage Photos of Curtiss Aerocar Travel Trailers From the 1920s and 1930s

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Inspired by his love for the outdoors, Glenn Curtiss began designing a better camping trailer in 1917. By 1919, his half-brother G. Carl Adams founded the Adams Trailer Corp. in Garden City, Long Island, producing trailers called “Motor Bungalo.” Glenn also developed an improved fifth wheel, using pneumatics for a smoother ride. Continue reading »