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Shanghai, China · ShanghaiIn the first half of the 20th century, Shanghai was a city of dramatic contrasts, a place where East and West collided in a vibrant and often chaotic mix. Known as the “Paris of the East,” it was a global hub of finance, culture, and vice, divided into distinct districts that created vastly different worlds […]Read Article
Stunning Historic Photos of Life in Shanghai During the First Half of the 20th Century

The Faces That Defined a Decade: A Look at the Most Influential Fashion Icons of the 1970s

World War I · LondonIn the decade following the First World War, London was a city of contrasts, readjusting to peacetime while embracing a new modern era. Photographer Thomas Donald McLeish, using a custom-built camera with large 5×4 glass plates, captured this unique period with exceptional detail. His street portraits move beyond simple snapshots, offering a candid and humanizing […]Read Article