The Archive of Forgotten Oddities
How Medical Oddities Became Modern Decor
Medical tools and anatomical illustrations were once hidden from public view, but time has softened their edges. Today they appear in homes as elegant and contemplative decor, carrying with them...
How Medical Oddities Became Modern Decor
Medical tools and anatomical illustrations were once hidden from public view, but time has softened their edges. Today they appear in homes as elegant and contemplative decor, carrying with them...
The Curious History of the Ouija Board
A quiet look into the mysterious origins of the Ouija board, tracing its journey from 19th-century spiritualism to its iconic 1891 patent and lasting cultural intrigue.
The Curious History of the Ouija Board
A quiet look into the mysterious origins of the Ouija board, tracing its journey from 19th-century spiritualism to its iconic 1891 patent and lasting cultural intrigue.
The History Behind the Straitjacket Patent: Res...
A brief look at the surprising origins of the straitjacket—an invention created not for punishment, but as a humane alternative to metal restraints. Explore how this iconic device evolved from...
The History Behind the Straitjacket Patent: Res...
A brief look at the surprising origins of the straitjacket—an invention created not for punishment, but as a humane alternative to metal restraints. Explore how this iconic device evolved from...