Posts Tagged ‘period’
Sandman Motel – Reno, Nevada
Sandman Motel Print by Tom Spaulding I have not come across a lot of signs so clearly from the 1930s! This is a really neat art deco period motel sign from Reno, Nevada. Apparently, the Sandman Motel was opened in the 1930's, and the illuminated sign originally had animated lights that made the tires of the car appear to be in motion. Just [...]
Art Deco Combat Gasmask
Art Deco Combat Gasmask T-shirt by Rustyoldtown This fun design is modern work but the artist was inspired by the stylized lines of the Art Deco movement. It also has, per the artist, a bit of Steampunk inspiration as well. Steampunk usually harkens to a bit older period in the 19th century when steam power was widespread. Still, it seems [...]
1957 GMC Truck
1957 GMC Truck Print by James Howe A classic model GMC Truck in detail. Obviously lovingly restored with bright chrome and shiny turquoise paint. This old beauty has probably been loved more in its second life than when it was a work horse in the middle of the 20th century. The sleek lines of automobiles from this period may not [...]
Fleetwood Diner Print
Fleetwood Diner Print by James Howe A really colorful local scene from Ann Arbor, Michigan. The artist used HDR photography and created a work that almost appears illustrated. This is an excellent example of "photo-art"- photography that takes on a quality of a painting or illustration while still be identifiable as a photograph. The [...]
Coffee Pot Kenosha
The Coffee Pot poster by JBPEANUT The Coffee Pot in Kenosha, Wisconsin, opened in 1934. The Coffee Pot neon sign in this poster is believed to be original to the business and the style definitely seems to fit the 1930s. The current owners have successfully kept this a neighborhood eatery where locals congregate as well as a tourist landmark [...]