Around 1900, photographer Horace Warner took a series of portraits of some of the poorest people in London – creating relaxed, intimate images that gave dignity to his subjects and producing great photography that is without comparison in his era.
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31 Photos Showing Everyday Life of Los Alamitos, California Teenagers during the Early 1970s
35 Beautiful Color Photographs of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in the 1950s
Model and comedienne Lucille Ball, 28, met Cuban bandleader Desi Arnaz, 23, in 1940 while filming Too Many Girls. They fell for one another instantly and eloped later that year. From the start, friends say Lucy doted on Desi, eager to make him happy. If he wanted something, she’d get it. If they sat downContinue reading “35 Beautiful Color Photographs of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in the 1950s”
44 Remarkable Photographs of James Dean in 1955
When Dennis Stock attended a screening of James Dean’s first film, East of Eden, he knew he wanted to photograph him. He sensed that this charismatic young actor would soon join Marlon Brando and Paul Newman as one of the major film stars of his generation. Stock, who had met Dean at a Hollywood partyContinue reading “44 Remarkable Photographs of James Dean in 1955”
40 Gorgeous Vintage Photographs of Actress Joan Blondell During the 1930s & 1940s
Few actresses, save maybe Miriam Hopkins or Kay Francis, are more closely associated with the era of pre-Code Hollywood than playful but tough-as-nails Joan Blondell. She was born Rose Joan Blondell in New York City in 1906. Joan was part of a vaudeville family and spent most of her young life traversing the country andContinue reading “40 Gorgeous Vintage Photographs of Actress Joan Blondell During the 1930s & 1940s”
46 Vintage Photos Showing Ladies in Shorts During the 1940s
The 1940s were not the first decade to reveal women’s legs with a pair of shorts but they did propel it into popularity, especially with young ladies. These snapshots that show young ladies wearing shorts from the 1940s.
40 Amazing Vintage Photos of Johnny Cash in the 1950s and Early 1960s
John R. Cash (born J. R. Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor. Much of Cash’s music contained themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, especially in the later stages of his career. He was known for his deep, calm bass-baritone voice, the distinctive sound ofContinue reading “40 Amazing Vintage Photos of Johnny Cash in the 1950s and Early 1960s”
From Beehive to Flipped Bob, 22 Vintage Photos Prove That These 1960s Cool Hairstyles Were Not Just For Women
The Swinging Sixties was not only featured short skirts, but also cool hairstyles. From beehive to flipped bob, and other big hairs. They were all amazing, but not just for women… Check out these pictures to see lovely kids with their ’60s hairdos.
60 Stunning Photos of Beautiful Actresses from the 1930s
23 Vintage Photos of Outlaw Jesse James From the Late 19th Century
Jesse Woodson James (September 5, 1847 – April 3, 1882) was an American outlaw, bank and train robber, guerrilla, and leader of the James–Younger Gang. Raised in the “Little Dixie” area of western Missouri, James and his family maintained strong Southern sympathies. He and his brother Frank James joined pro-Confederate guerrillas known as “bushwhackers” operatingContinue reading “23 Vintage Photos of Outlaw Jesse James From the Late 19th Century”
