Today is National Beach Day
Today is National Beach Day It has been observed annually on August 30th since 2014. So let's take the last rays of summer sunshine and head to the beach .... This fun poster will be offered in our September 6…
Today is National Lemon Juice Day
Today is National Lemon Juice Day Yes, apparently there is such a thing as a National Lemon Juice Day and it is "observed" annually on the 29th of August. When life hands you lemons, make lemonade! And when life hands…
Today is National Red Wine Day
Today is National Red Wine Day It’s Red Wine Day! There are many different types of red wine to enjoy — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Malbec, and Shiraz are a few examples. With over 900 million gallons of wine consumed…
History: Man Ray born in 1890
History: Man Ray born in 1890 On this day in 1890, the American artist, designer and photographer Man Ray (Emmanuel Radnitzky) was born in Philadelphia. Man Ray was a significant contributor to the Dada and Surrealism movements. After moving to…
Today is National Dog Day
Today is National Dog Day National Dog Day is observed annually on August 26th. Established in 2004, the National Dog Day Foundation aims to rescue 10,000 dogs each year. This rare poster will be offered in our September 6 auction…
History: The Great Moon Hoax
History: The Great Moon Hoax On this day in 1835, the New York Sun published the first of six sensational articles known as “The Great Moon Hoax,” claiming that famed astronomer Sir John Herschel had discovered life on the moon…
History: Amelia Earhart’s solo flight in 1932
History: Amelia Earhart's solo flight in 1932 On August 24, 1932, pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart achieved a historic milestone by completing her solo nonstop flight across the United States. Departing from Los Angeles, California, she embarked on a daring journey…
Just in: Beautiful Hart Schaffner & Marx Poster
JUST IN We just obtained this beautiful, iconic vintage poster illustrated by the talented Samuel Nelson Abbott in 1910. It perfectly captures the spirit of a bygone era! Far from just selling suits, Hart Schaffner & Marx used art to…
History: First America’s Cup held in 1851
Today in History: First America’s Cup held in 1851 The America’s Cup is awarded to the winner of a race between sailing yachts. Thought to be the oldest international sporting trophy to be still awarded today, the cup’s name was…
History: Mona Lisa stolen in 1911
History: Mona Lisa stolen in 1911 On this day in 1911, the famed Leonardo da Vinci painting was stolen by a Louvre employee. It was recovered 2 years later in December 1913 in Italy. The poster will be part of…