“Odd and unique media from archives, museums, and libraries. Curated by TeeTee Ella.”
“She tore the azure robe of the night…” – Caption
When I found this photo, I wanted to share it simply because it was a beautiful display of old fireworks. Unfortunately, it has a dark story behind it.
It was in celebration of the Louisiana Purchase, which led to the displacement and suffering of Native American tribes and the spread of slavery. That is why I am adding it to the “creepy” section.
You might have mistaken this sweet old lady for a witch because of her sinister smile and flying ability. Well, she’s not a witch! She’s actually a demon disguised as an old lady. Remember, don’t judge a book by its cover.
Source: “Demon in the apparition of an old woman…” (1889) by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. Rijksmuseum, public domain.
If your pig doesn’t have a fashionable belt, you are doing something wrong.
The title of this pig-in-a-belt engraving is actually called “Belted Pig”. Belted is a fun word I have never heard before.
Source: “Belted Pig…” (1622) by Battista Franco Veneziano. Metropolitan Museum of Art, public domain.
These are heads made of multiple heads. I can’t wrap my head around the concept, but I’m impressed nonetheless.
Sources: Both are by Giovanni Andrea Maglioi, made in 1660. Credit to Rijksmuseum, public domain. “Composition of three faces and the head of a ram“, and “Composition of two faces, a horse’s head and a goat’s head.”
“This dog, like many others has been used on the battle-fields of France, in locating the wounded and bringing stretchers to carry the soldiers in.” – Image Caption.
This brave Red Cross Dog didn’t have a name listed, but they deserve one. Sam is now their name. Thank you, Sam. We love you.
Source: “American Red Cross…” (1918) by Randolph/War Department. National Archives and Records Administration, public domain.
All of these spooky images are by William Hope, someone who considered themselves a paranormal investigator. For a true believer of spiritualism, he sure loved faking spirit photographs. Double exposure can give some eerie results, I’ll give him that.
This enchanting late 19th century cottage looks like it belongs in a fairy tale! I want to frolic around it, but with caution because it might be the home of a witch. Although, witchcraft does sound kind of cool. I could demand they teach me their magical ways!
Update: I am a frog now, and I have a restraining order from the witch.
Source: “Chargford, Holy S. Mill” (1870s) by Francis Bedford. Metropolitan Museum of Art, public domian.
Ménagerie was a 20th century book about anthropomorphic animals, by Benjamin Rabier. These were my favorites illustrations from it. On a side note – I love baleen whales!!
Source: “Ménagerie” (1906) by Benjamin Rabier. Internet Archive, public domain.
Photographs from the 1890s by Eugène Atget reminded me of the ‘backrooms’. Inspired by these images, I created a story to capture the eerie essence. Could you escape the Backalleys?
The actress Violet Carlson is holding a cat in her dressing room. I didn’t know who she was and simply wanted to share the photo for the cat’s sake. But if you like Carlson, that’s a bonus. If you’re like me and do not know who she was, check her out on Wikipedia.
Source: “Comedian Violet Carlson..” (1935) by Sam Hood. State Library New South Wales, public domain.
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