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1950s Paris Nightlife in pictures by Frank Horvat

By Andrew Piper
September 28, 2020
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The frivolous nightlife of Paris of the 1950s (and other decades) always attracted brilliant photographers. Frank Horvat was one of them. In…

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Vintage photos of Paris in the 1890s by Emile Zola

By Anna Ramirez
September 21, 2020
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It looks like Emile Zola knew how to hold in his hands, not only a pen but also a camera. Also, we…

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Gigantic French telescope, Paris, 1900

By Andrew Piper
August 28, 2020
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Gigantic French telescope is a noteworthy gem among other Oldpics vintage photos, taking to account how old it is. So, it’s the…

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Trench raiders wearing gas masks during WW1

By Andrew Piper
July 21, 2020
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Yes, if you wanted to survive WW1, you had to wear gas masks. Even if you’re french commandos, the so-called trench raiders….

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Stolen moments in photos of Henri Cartier-Bresson

By Andrew Piper
June 1, 2020
3 Mins read

Henri Cartier-Bresson photos are a significant contribution to the sacred trust of the world photography heritage. He was carried away by the…

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FIFA World Cup 1938 poster

By Andrew Piper
April 21, 2020
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  It was the 3rd World Football Cup and it was held in France. Previous Cups also were held in Europe and…

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Pablo Picasso Poses as Popeye, Cannes, 1957

By Anna Ramirez
April 2, 2019
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Pablo Picasso always looked amazing. No matter what it was, a Popeye cosplay, or his amazing pictures in Venice.

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