This collection of strange and fascinating postcards show us quirks of earlier traditions, art, and culture.

Which make you chuckle, and which make you cringe?

“To people from earlier times, our current fascination with robins, carol singers, and snowy scenes might appear as strange as their cards seem to us. However, tastes and traditions evolve over time, and the past is a distinct realm with its own unique customs.”

-DesignYouTrust


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Ben VanderVeen is the founder and editor of Moss & Fog, one of the web’s longest-running visual culture destinations. Since 2009, he’s been finding and framing the most beautiful, surprising, and thought-provoking work in art, architecture, design, and nature — reaching over 325,000 readers each month. He lives in Portland, Oregon.

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  1. I love these! I am truly sick of the same old…poinsettias are the worst.
    Thank you for minding us that we can kick out the jams!

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