There Have been many amazing time pieces through out history, too many to list. We have chosen some highlights from the 20th Century, their uniqueness seems to match their eccentric makers. Sad how none of them seem to feature a moustache…oh well, can’t have it all! Enjoy! From: Watch Hub
Natural Blond?
August 4, 2013 by
“You don’t see many blondes do you?” This was how a young chap approached me when at a festival some time ago. For most people this would have been an odd statement, but I knew exactly what he was referring too. It had nothing to do with the fairer sex, as I live in an […]
A Brief History Of The Piano
August 3, 2013 by
When we think about the piano we often assume that it is a timeless instrument. A wondrous musical contraption that has become such an integral part of our Western Musical Heritage, that it is tough to imagine a time without it. It seems to be an immortal cornerstone of modern composition and the organizing foundation of […]
The Ancestry of the Porta-Potty
August 1, 2013 by
The portable toilet has come a long way since the days of the chamber pot. In the 1940′s, the booming ship building business in Long Beach, California gave rise to the modern portable toilet we use today. Rather than waste time and money having workers trek back and forth to facilities in town, someone came […]
American Gambling – A History-Infographic
July 31, 2013 by
The USA and gambling – a long history and some interesting legislation which evokes images of everything from smoky card games in Wild West bars, to the bright lights of Vegas and of course the new gambling sites like 겜블시티. Gambling in the States dates back a long time – longer than most people would […]
Have You Ever Considered The History Of The Table?
July 31, 2013 by
Almost every household in the world has at least one and most people use them numerous times throughout the day. They come in a huge variety of designs and styles, can be made from a range of different materials and are used for all sorts of purposes. Yet despite its diversity and versatility, few people […]
Do You Shower With Your Raccoon?
July 25, 2013 by
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The Enduring Mystery Of Magic Carpets
July 25, 2013 by
Who hasn’t dreamt of flying? Our myths and legends are filled with winged men, magical flying creatures and wondrous, enchanted devices that enable us to take off into the blue. Yet when left to choose, for us most, we opt again and again for the simple, logical and self cleaning choice; the magic carpet. When […]
The Many Ages of Superman – Infographic
July 23, 2013 by
Superman – also known as Clark Kent – wasn’t always the altruistic hero we know him as today. In fact, he was the exact opposite: He was an evil villain. After Jerry Seigel and Joe Schuster were repeatedly rejected by publishers, they decided to start their own fanzine, “Science Fiction: The Advance Guard of Future Civilization.” […]
History of Banksy Graffiti Art
July 22, 2013 by
The true identity of Banksy has yet to be revealed, which adds even more an air of mystery to his artwork and has helped build a lasting, cult following around his work. Magazines, TV news stations, and thousands of his fans have speculated about the artist’s true identity. But alas, we still may never know! […]
