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A history of 20th century design in iconic decor
From Art Deco to postmodernism, this was the era of design.
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From bathing box to bikini: the evolution of swimwear
Once the obscure ‘bathing box’ and now the modern bikini, swimwear fashion has grown in style are shrunk in size over the years.
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Exploring the dark art of map manipulation
Throughout history, persuasive cartography has exploited our trust in maps to sinister ends.
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A history of design as told by lamps
The humble light bulb changed the way we saw the world and inspired generations of art movements.
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A brief history of art: from post-war to contemporary
In the second part of our history of art series, we dip into the major Western art movements and moments from 1945 up until the present.
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A brief history of art: from Old Masters to modern art
In the first part of our history of art series, we dip into the major art movements from the 17th century up until the early 20th century.
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The enduring romance of American muscle cars
These powerful, high-speed cars defined an era that car enthusiasts are still chasing to reclaim.
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Ann Lowe: the first Black American haute couture designer
Her legacy was nearly forgotten but now she’s finally getting the credit she deserves.
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How funeral cookbooks are actually a celebration of life
As much a commemoration of life as they are a meditation on death, funeral cookbooks are nostalgia-ridden reads that are surprisingly comforting.
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Pelé: the man behind the miracle
Brazil’s footballing legend has had as much impact off the pitch as he had on it.
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The black driver who made NASCAR history
Wendell Scott, the trailblazer who helped break down the colour barrier in stock car racing.
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Remembering the lost art form of circus posters
These joyous depictions of festivity and otherworldliness are now coveted by collectors.
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The devil you know: exploring literature's fascination with Satan
History’s most primeval source of evil has preoccupied and charmed novelists over the years.
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Unbottling the drinking culture of the ancient Greeks
These artefacts give us a glimpse into what ancient city style and celebrations entailed.
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The forgotten tales of the female samurai
These women were fearsome warriors who transcended societal norms and existed long before the establishment of the ruling samurai class in Japan.