The Old Testament Ivory Carvings. Amalfi XII Century

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.

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The most intriguing British Dunlop ads of the thirties.

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.

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The Art Deco Glass Objects by Serge Roche, 1930s

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.

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Art Deco Masterpieces. The Rene Chambellan Grilles at Chanin Building NYC

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.

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The Eve Book by Anne Harriet Fish 1916

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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The Nonexistent Knight – The Armour Collection of Ferdinand Von Hapsburg

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.

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Celebrating the Art Deco Centenary. 1925-2025

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.

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The Coca-Cola History Through Ads. 1 – 1886-1919

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.

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The Bugatti Catalogs Functional Design. 1920s and 1930s

Ettore and Jean Bugatti, the creative minds behind Bugatti’s iconic designs, also oversaw the creation of Bugatti’s literature with an obsessive attention to detail. Their influence can be seen in every catalog, advertisement, poster, and factory technical drawing.
Bugatti’s literature had a home-made taste. The Company didn’t have the budgets of most car makers, but its brochures were original and elegant—a class from itself.

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