Charming Oddities

Odd angles, strange exposures, tricks of light and personal moments interrupted and frozen by the click of a camera: Photographers unknown.

Funny Face

A 1953 Scotch Tape Funny Face "cut and tape" contest entry ad that's reminiscent of Mr. Potato Head.

Humor & Advice From 1905

This 1905 stag humor postcard (sent in 1907) reads: "Be good and if you can't be good be careful." Addressed to Mr. John Davis on Conshohocken, PA (and currently with me in 2009).

Say It With Glass

Three 1960s novelty glass dishes from my collection. These were often available at greeting card shops or mail order novelty outfits, but I found these pieces found at flea markets.