Enjoy the complete collection of illustrations by Joseph Christian Leyendecker, for Kellogg’s Corn Flakes’ advertising campaign, which ran in the Ladies’ Home Journal magazine during 1916 and 1917.
The extremely vivid illustrations evoke feelings of positivity, health, and joy. Thanks to digital restoration, the artwork retains the feel and detail of the originals, making them even more delightful.
This story highlights the impressive reproductions of the nearly complete set of Old Testament Ivory Carvings, which date back to the late 11th century. These carvings are housed in the Diocesan Museum of the Cathedral of Salerno, Italy. Their origins remain a mystery, likely connected to the powerful and prosperous Maritime Republic of Amalfi. The next story will focus on the New Testament.
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Explore an extensive collection of Dunlop’s most intriguing campaigns from 1933 to 1938, featuring beautiful illustrations created by talented artists with different styles and perspectives. The illustrations are carefully crafted to depict a variety of social situations.
Most of these images are exclusive and not available online.
The hi-res files are digitally restored, preserving the detail and feel of the originals.
This story presents an overview of the Art Deco glasswork of French artist Serge Roche during the 1930s, highlighting his innovative techniques like “Oxidations” and “Eglomisation” in creating mirrors and glass objects.
We showcase several of Roche’s notable creations, including unique mirrored furniture and a grand mirror fireplace, often commissioned by elite clientele.
Selected Contents from Portfolio N.2. Summer 1950. Each issue of “Portfolio” was filled with remarkable content, and we are dedicating a story to each issue. This is a focus on Issue No. 2, published in Summer 1950.
The introduction texts and the captions are taken from the original magazine.
This story is the second installment in a series celebrating the 2025 centenary of Art Deco, focusing on the renowned master René Paul Chambellan. We will highlight the remarkable radiator grilles in the vestibules of the Chanin Building.
These grilles feature a geometric, abstract design symbolizing human thought and emotion, showcasing exceptional Art Deco craftsmanship in New York City.
The “Eve Book,” also known as “The First Book of Eve,” is a historical gem published in 1916 by Brentano in the US and the Tatler in the UK. Introducing the new star illustrator, Anne Fish, it is a curated collection of drawings published on the Tatler from 1914 to 1916 in the column “The Letters of Eve,” offering a unique glimpse into the dark days of World War I.
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Discover the Armor collection of Maximilian II of Hapsburg.
Starting in 1577, the Tyrolese Archduke Ferdinand of Habsburg, who later became Holy Roman Emperor, amassed a diverse collection of art and wonders at his Ambras Castle, near Innsbruck, which astounded his contemporaries. His primary focus was on the armory, where he collected the armor owned by all the famous personalities of both his own era and previous centuries—from princes to military commanders.
The Coca-Cola History Trough Ads. A fascinating journey starting in 1896, when nine drinks a day were sold, marking the humble beginnings of a global phenomenon.
This first part chronicles the period 1896-1919, including the story of the original Coca and Cola extract recipe, the Trademark registration, the first ads, the Coca-Cola Branding Journey, and Imitation Fighting.
The whole story will spam into the 1960s.
The Coca-Cola History Trough Ads. A fascinating journey starting in 1896, when nine drinks a day were sold, marking the humble beginnings of a global phenomenon.
This first part chronicles the period 1896-1919, including the story of the original Coca and Cola extract recipe, the Trademark registration, the first ads, the Coca-Cola Branding Journey, and Imitation Fighting.
The whole story will spam into the 1960s.