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Soviet Space Propaganda of the ‘50’s and 60’s
Via Retronaut, we are treated to a brilliant collection of Soviet space propaganda posters from the peak days of the space race. Hot on the heels of Sputnik in 1957, the Soviet Glory Machine was on full tilt. There’s something about artwork from this era of the USSR that is just stunning.
We may have beat them to the moon, but I think they beat us in the “National Pride Artwork” category. I highly recommend perusing the whole collection. Goodness knows, after the failure of Phobos-Grunt, the modern Russian space program might benefit from a little propaganda pat on the back.
But hey, at least our astronauts like to skip and sing! WHEEEE!!!!
It’s all my favorite things! Space, design and Soviet propaganda!
THINGS REAL PEOPLE DON’T SAY.
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Republic Steel Kitchens - 19540503 Life
I want this kitchen. Specifically that island and the light fixture over the table.
And the toaster.
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Ad for Community Silverplate, 1945
This silverware ad almost made me cry.
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1957 - Kotex Advertisement:
Kotex advertisement published in the June 1957 issue of Woman’s Day magazine
I’m considering framing nice prints of mid-century feminine product ads and hanging them in my apartment.
They serve the dual purpose of looking cool while making guests mildly uncomfortable.
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pink is for girls lustre creme lotion shampoo:
From Better Homes and Gardens magazine March, 1968.
Pink is for girls. The boys get the blue barrels with blue princess phones attached.
