History: The Pen is born in 1943
History: The Pen is born in 1943 On this day in 1943, Hungarian-born László Biró received the first patent for the pen. Biró was a journalist who was frustrated with the use of the fountain pen: it took too much…
History: First Porsche in 1948
History: First Porsche in 1948 In 1948, the first vehicle bearing the name Porsche was unveiled—a hand-built aluminum prototype labeled "No. 1." Ferdinand Porsche, an Austrian automotive engineer, had a rich history in the automotive industry, having designed electric vehicles,…
History: Frank Lloyd Wright was born in 1867
History: Frank Lloyd Wright was born in 1867 Frank Lloyd Wright is considered to be one of the most influential architects of his time. He designed more than 1,000 structures, over 500 of which were built. He also created many…
History: Persil – A Small Revolution in the Laundry World
History: Persil - A Small Revolution in the Laundry World Around 1900, housewives would not dare dream of laundry magic. Washing clothes was not only hard work. The process of soaking, cooking, rubbing the laundry on the wooden washboard, rinsing,…
Today is National Running Day
Today is National Running Day Each year on the first Wednesday in June, people across the United States participate in National Running Day. This day was designated as a day for runners to reaffirm their passion for running. Inquiries via…
Today is National Cognac Day
Today is National Cognac Day View at https://rb.gy/glvx4k #Cognac #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage #originalposter #poster #posters #design#design #art s #posterconnection #vintagefinds #interiordesign #vintagehome #vintagedecor
Just in: OSPAAAL Protest Posters
Just in: Here is a wonderful Italian Ship Lines poster from the 1940s by Giovanni Patrone, look for it in our September 2024 sale. Inquiries via posterconnection.com #Italy #PosterArt #VintagePoster #VintagePosters #vintage #art #posterconnection #originalposter #vintagefinds #interiordesign #vintagehome #vintagedecor design
Today is World Milk Day
Today is World Milk Day Real milk takes the spotlight on World Milk Day, always on June 1. The day is intended to bring attention to activities connecting the dairy sector, marked with events across the globe: milking demonstrations and…
History: Jules Cheret born in 1836
Today in History: Jules Cheret born in 1836On this day in 1836, French painter and lithographer, Jules Cheret, was born in Paris. Cheret became a master of Belle Epoque poster art and is often called the father of the modern…
David Lance Goines born in 1945
David Lance Goines born in 1945 David Lance Goines was an American artist and graphic designer known for his distinctive style and contributions to the world of printmaking. Born in 1945 in Grants Pass, Oregon, grew up in California and…