An Artist Makes ‘Very Ugly Plates’ With Hilarious And Raunchy Designs
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
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
Tenjiku Tokubei by Toyokuni III in 1860.
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
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
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 »
Amazing Vintage Photos of Roger Moore Posing With Lotus Esprits
After the success of the white Lotus Esprit S1 in the 1977 James Bond film “The Spy Who Loved Me,” the Turbo Esprit appeared in the 1981 film “For Your Eyes Only,” playing less ambitious roles. Continue reading »
Impressive Vintage Posters Designed by Eric de Coulon
Born in Neuchâtel in 1888, Swiss artist Eric de Coulon, who studied architecture at ETH Zurich and later moved to Paris, is best remembered for inventing the “lettre sujet” technique, designing tourist posters in an elegant Art Deco style, and creating dynamic compositions for the Klausenrennen car races, before his death in 1956 at age 68. Continue reading »
The Superb Retro Inspired Posters by Xavier Esclusa Trias
Barcelona-based art director and designer Xavier Esclusa Trias created an impressive poster collection inspired by the timeless designs of vintage VHS and cassette tapes, celebrating the 80s and 90s aesthetic by drawing from iconic brands like Sony, JVC, Panasonic, and BASF to distill their essence into modern minimalist posters. Continue reading »
Artist Creates Unique Art Pieces Inspired by Vintage Action Figures, Capturing the Essence of Iconic Film and Tv Characters
Unlike mass-produced toys, artist Adam Perocchi meticulously handcrafts each figure, transforming beloved pop culture icons into bespoke collectibles. Each piece is presented in a blister pack, mimicking the nostalgic packaging of vintage action figures, complete with custom artwork and design elements specific to the character, enhancing their uniqueness and collectibility. Continue reading »
Amazing Vintage Art Deco Illustration of Classic Beauties by Henry Clive
Henry Clive (1883–1960) was an Australian-born American graphic artist and illustrator renowned for his work with The American Weekly, where his cover illustrations often featured prominent screen celebrities. Continue reading »
Amazing Vintage Ads of the 1960s and 1970s Depicted the Airtight and Floating Capabilities of the VW Beetle
If you’ve ever wondered whether Volkswagen Beetles can float, the answer is yes—the original model could indeed float under certain conditions due to its unibody construction and airtight seals. Continue reading »
This Artist Perfectly Colorized Retro Black and White Photos
The Bored Panda community member, known for their adeptness in colorizing vintage black and white photographs, expresses: “In a world often seen through the lens of black and white, there’s something magical about adding a splash of color to old photographs. Continue reading »
Peek into Espionage’s Past: A Look at Fascinating Vintage Spy Cameras
This photo collection showcases a remarkable range of vintage cameras, including some ingeniously disguised as everyday items. Highlights include a camera hidden in a matchbox, one designed as a pocket watch for covert operations dating back to the 1880s, and others mimicking books, cigarette packs, binoculars, radios, and even handguns. Continue reading »
Meet Theodoru, An Artist Shaped by a Blend of Surrealism and Childhood
Theodoru, an artist with a distinctive blend of surrealism and personal narrative, attributes his initial artistic inspiration to his father, an artist and taxidermist. Continue reading »
Vibrant Color Photos Capture Young Women in Swimsuits in the 1960s
As the modest swimsuits of the 1950s faded into the past, the 1960s ushered in a new era of swimwear fashion. The once-demure two-piece bikini and the flashy one-piece bathing suit took center stage, captivating beachgoers and pool-party attendees alike. Continue reading »
Vintage Photos That Show Lifestyle of Young People in the 1970s
While the counterculture of the 1960s had an impact on the youth of the 1970s, they were also open to new styles. Continue reading »
The Beer Advertising Posters Designed by Henry Jerome Schile in The 19th Century Are Truly Remarkable!
German-American artist Henry Jerome Schile was born in Oberharmersbach, Baden-Württemberg, in 1829. He emigrated to the US in 1851 and worked in New York in the middle of the 19th century. Continue reading »
Exploring the Vibrant 1970s Graffiti Scene of Boston Through The Photos of Jacobson Marciano
In Boston’s bustling 1970s music scene, British bands were key. Fans of X-Ray Spex, Billy Idol, Sham 69, and the Buzzcocks spray-painted their names on Boston’s walls. Continue reading »
The Haunting Bird People Portraits by Sara Angelucci
“Aviary” by Toronto-based artist Sara Angelucci overlays birds on vintage pictures, a popular photography style. These hauntingly strange human-animal hybrids indicate something more. “Aviary” shows that humans are vulnerable like environment and wildlife. It also discusses changing perspectives. Continue reading »
Amazing Photos of Yosemite National Park in the Late 1960s
Big Trees Museum (Galen Clarks Cabin), Yosemite National Park, 1969
California’s Yosemite National Park. Sierra National Forest borders it on the southeast and Stanislaus National Forest on the northwest. The NPS manages 759,620 acres (1,187 sq mi; 3,074 km2) in four counties, centered in Tuolumne and Mariposa and extending north and east to Mono and south to Madera. Continue reading »
Early-20th-Century Haunting Portraits of Dr. Harvey Cushing’s Surgery Patients
Yale University’s Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library
Dr. Cushing, who also performed some of the first successful brain surgery, was a pioneer in neuroscience. The first effective electro-cautery device and the first use of x-rays to identify brain malignancies were developed by him. Continue reading »
Stunning Photos from Dick Smith’s Do-It-Yourself Monster Make-Up Handbook Published in 1965
“I wrote this book originally in 1965 to show young people how to have fun doing simple monster make-ups. It was published as a 60s magazine and was sold for many years as a back issue. Continue reading »
The Drolatic Dreams of Pantagruel, Woodcuts by François Desprez from 1565
Here are amazing woodcuts of various bizarre characters from “Les songes drolatiques de Pantagruel” translated into English as “The Drolatic Dreams of Pantagruel” published in 1565. Continue reading »
Le Vampir Glorieux: Bizarre Vintage Paintings of Vamprires by Boleslaw Biegas
The Third Vampire Metamorphosis, 1916 – 1917
The surrealist Polish artist Boleslaw Biegas produced a wealth of works in both painting and sculpture. Continue reading »
Amazing Illustrations and Posters Designed by Duilio Cambellotti in the Early 20th Century
Fine di Secolo, Acqua Progressiva Insuperabile, circa 1900
Italian applied artist, illustrator, painter, sculptor, and designer Duilio Cambellotti (1876–1960) was involved in the Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau movements, and his impact extended beyond the aesthetic and political to the social and political. His fidelity to agrarian motifs and versatility across a broad spectrum of visual and design disciplines have earned him recognition. Continue reading »
