Funny Nature & Travel Art & Stage Going Viral Science Greetings Inspirational

Edit Profile Recently Viewed Favorites

Main > Art & Stage > Design & Photography

15 Vintage Photos of Famous Subjects

Edited By: Krista M.

Add to Favorites In Favorites

Español

Font Size:

A+ A-

Thanks to the following photos, we are lucky enough to experience and see a moment that was captured in times gone by. These photos are truly mesmerizing, many of which depict famous subjects. Enjoy!

1. The original Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh, with Alan Milne.

2. Mark Twain posing in Nikola Tesla's Lab in 1894.

3. A Russian family photo depicting a Russian woman who had a total of 69 children - 16 pairs of twins, 7 sets of triplets and 4 sets of quadruplets all with the same man.

4. Norma Jean Baker at the Van Nuys CA factory, soon to be known as Marilyn Monroe.

5. A young Winston Churchill.

6. Can you guess who this is? Alice Lidell, who played Alice in 'Alice in Wonderland'.

7. A tricky game of lights and shadows. Walt Disney, 1939.

8. Willard Scott, the first Ronald McDonald.

9. The first Michelin man.

10. The famous Bonnie and Clyde.

11. Sophia Loren at the Kremlin. This photo was captured in 1965.

12. The Disney employees still in costume at the cafeteria.

13. The first flight of the Wright brothers, the inventors of the world’s first airplane, taken in 1903.

14. Archduke Franz Ferdinand with his wife on the day they were assassinated in 1914.

15. Indira Gandhi, Charlie Chaplin and Jawaharlal Nehru in Switzerland, 1953.

Like Next Post Send Share WhatsApp

Copy Link

Did you mean:

Continue With: Facebook Google

By continuing, you agree to our T&C and Privacy Policy

Report copyright infringement

Print this content

You may also like:

Design & Photography

16 Rare Images of Great Historical Value

16 Rare, Historic Photographs Everyone Should See

These photographs will show you some of the rare scenes in human history. The pictures are worth volumes of books, but hardly anyone has seen them before.

Nature

Our World is Full of Fascinating Curiosities – 12 Pics

Let’s take a look at some unusual and amazing pictures of nature’s incredible curiosities.

Art

These People Can Create ART Out of ANYTHING!

14 Unique Artworks That Will Just Leave You Stunned

These people have a golden hand and can create unique art pieces out of literally anything.

Design & Photography

A Collection of Old Black and White Photographs

Rare Photos From Decades Gone By Show What Life Was Like

Take a look at a collection of rarely seen photos from decades gone by. These photo show how far mankind has progressed.

Baba Recommends

Beautiful Black & White Photos of '50s New York

Step Back In Time: A Glimpse Into '50s and '60s New York

New York City was a vastly different places in the 1950s and 60s. These black and white photos by Vivian Maier captured it perfectly.

Cute overload

Cats Are the Best Subjects to Photograph... Here's Why!

This photo series proves that cats are indeed the best subjects to photograph.

Travel

Packing Mistakes: 11 Items You’re Better Off Without

17:14

Travel Light: 11 Things You No Longer Need to Bring

Here are 11 things experienced travelers no longer bring and why you might want to skip them too.

Baba Recommends

The Genius Minds Who Fell Victim to Their Own Inventions

When Inventors Met a Tragic End from Their Own Creations

While many inventors reaped the rewards of their work, a few unfortunate others paid the ultimate price.

Send Comment

Related Topics: photos, classic, black and white, famous, baba recommends, B&W, subjects

Quizzes

Spelling Bee

Choose the correct spelling from the four options provided. At the end, you’ll receive a score and a personalized result based on your performance.

Inner Strength Color Personality Test

We invite you to discover the source of your inner strength with the help of the colors that your eye is drawn to and that your soul loves the most.

A Trivia Smorgasbord!

Ready to prove your mastery? Take a deep breath, sharpen your focus, and dive in!

Most popular in Design & Photography

15 Retro Mall Photos That Bring Back the '80s Vibes

15 Mall Photos That Capture the Retro Shopping Scene

These throwback mall pics are a blast from the past.

Photo Collection: Photos of Japan's Beautiful Nature

Japan's Nature Comes Alive in Gorgeous Photo Collection

The immense beauty of Japan's nature is presented through a huge collection of sublime photographs.

The Most Impressive Coins Ever Unearthed by Collectors

16 Rare Coins From Different Eras and Nations

Here’s look at some rare and unusual coins that have captured the interest of collectors and researchers alike.

Museums Were a Lot Weirder Back in the Day! (12 Pics)

12 Fascinating Vintage Museum Photos You Have to See

These weird old museum pics will make you fascinated.

Hold it Right There! These Photos Couldn't BE More Timely!

It's a photographer's dream to capture that precious image right as or before something dramatic occurs. These are some of the best examples we've ever seen.

These Designers Did SUCH a Great Job! 19 Handy Innovations

These creative design innovations should be more popular than they are, as they are so very clever and useful!

Stunning Underwater Photography That'll Make Your Jaw Drop

A selection of stunning photos taken from the Underwater Photography Contest 2017.

This Showstopping Senior Couple Steals the Show Every Day

'In old age, life just begins' is definitely the motto for this elderly couple who are Berlin's fashion icons and social stars

Is That Optical Illusion Really A House?

These Buildings Blend In So Well, You Might Miss Them...

The architectural design of these places will baffle you!

Lost in Time: 16 Amazing Photos of the World in the 1890s

What Life Looked Like in 1890: 16 Fascinating Photos

Let’s explore the world looked like in 1890 through 16 fascinating photos.

Photos That Are Worth More Than 1,000 Words

15 Photos That are Worth Much More Than A Thousand Words

Sometimes, as the following 15 fantastic photos prove, a picture is worth a lot more than a thousand words. Take a look and we're sure you'll agree!

16 Wonderful Fall Pictures from Around the World

The Undeniable Beauty of Autumn: 18 Gorgeous Fall Scenes

You are invited to take a visual tour and look at a collection of fall photographs gathered from different places around the world. After seeing these 16 pictures you'll probably make fall your favorite season!

Now This is What Photography is All About...

Each of these photos tells a beautiful story...

Unusually Shaped Buildings from Around the World

Can You Believe Someone Actually Built These? Amazing!

These architects created something a bit difference...

Rare Photos From Decades Gone By Show What Life Was Like

Take a look at a collection of rarely seen photos from decades gone by. These photo show how far mankind has progressed.

14 Aerial Photos of France's Unbelievable Salt Fields

Travel to the Mesmerizing Salt Fields of France

Fly over the bright pink salt fields of France with 14 mesmerizing images!

25 Photos That Tell an Amazing Story

Extraordinary photos from recent years who have really made an impact on all who see them.

The 20 Small World Competition Finalists For 2018

20 Award Winning Photos of a Microscopic, Gorgeous World

The Nikon Small World Competition has been giving recognition to photomicrography images for well over 40 years. View this year's finalists here.

Unbelievable Earth: 18 Surreal Photos That Defy Reality

18 Glimpses of the World’s Most Fascinating Places

These awe-inspiring photos feel almost dreamlike,

These Nature and Drone Photos Will Take Your Breath Away

In Pictures – Smithsonian Magazine’s Award Winners

Check out the outstanding nature and drone winners from Smithsonian Magazine’s Awards.

A Street Photographer Left His Grandson A Real Treasure

This Street Photographer Left His Grandson a Real Treasure

Dylan Scalet finally had time to digitalize the photographs he inherited from his grandfather during lockdown. What he found was incredible.

20 Rarely-Seen Photos You Won’t Find in History Books

A Slice of History – 20 Powerful Images of Yesteryear

This collection of rare historical photos will give you a fascinating glimpse of our past.

Who Knew Doors Could be SO Interesting? (17 Pics)

These Might Be the Most Unusual Doors I've Ever Seen!

I can’t believe these doors actually exist!

Take a Look at 15 Photos of The Most Unusual Things

15 Fascinating Pictures of Extraordinarily Rare Things

The world around us is filled with captivating elements.Take a look at this collection of 15 fascinating photographs of rarely seen things.

Moments Like These Make Life Well Worth Living

Let These Wonderful Photos Fill Your Day with True Joy

These pictures tell some beautiful stories, and all of them unite to make you feel that life is a joy!

These Vintage Halloween Pics Will Give You the Real Chills

A Glimpse at Halloween Festivities in the '20s and '30s

These vintage Halloween photos will give you the real chills.

35 Classic National Geographic Photos You'll NEVER Forget

National Geographic's Best Photo Collection presents stunning contest winners.

This Beautiful Cathedral is Unique: It’s Made of Trash

50 Years This Man Built and Built.. And Here's the Result!

This cathedral is slowly being built by an amazing 90 year old man, using discarded waste. Read on to here this inspiring story, and see a glorious church.

Beautifully Preserved Vintage Kitchens That Delight

Step into These Charming Vintage Kitchens (15 Pics)

We’ve fallen in love with these retro kitchen designs.

Awe-Inspiring Space Photos You Have to See (15 PICS)

15 Stunning Photos That Reveal the Beauty of Outer Space

Explore the cosmos through these captivating photos.

Sand Masterpieces: Animals Like You've Never Seen

Are These Real Animals? 15 Stunning Sand Creations!

Andoni Bastarrika's sand sculptures are so lifelike, they'll trick you into thinking they're real animals.

17 Original Ideas for Unused Kitchen Tools

Create 17 Wonderful Objects from Your Old Kitchen Tools

We all have quite a few unused kitchenware, and the following 17 ideas will let you take them out of the closet and use them in very original ways.

Stunning & Significant Photos Brought to Life in Color

Walk Back In Time With These Colorized Vintage Photographs

Colorization technology has meant that old black and white photographs can be brought to life in full color. Take a look at these stunning images.

15 Rare Images of Historic Locations That Inspire Awe

RARE: Early Photos of the World’s Most Iconic Landmarks

Marvel at the oldest known photos of some of the world's most historic places.

Nature Used All Possible Colors to Create These Animals

Nature is filled with beautiful animals, plants and insects, with magnificent colors and shapes. The dazzling colors of these animals can only be found in nature, see for yourself in the photos below.

See 22 Famous Landmarks From a New Aerial Perspective

Showstopping Aerial Photos From 22 Famous Places Worldwide

Agora Images is back with another astonishing competition, and this time, we'll be soaring in the sky above 22 iconic locations around the world

18 Breathtaking Images That Redefine Photography

Gallery – The 2024 Infrared Photography Contest Winners

Marvel at the stunning winners of the 2024 Infrared Photography Contest.

10 Monumental Roman Ruins That Laugh in the Face of Time

What Did the Romans Ever Build for Us? This, This, This...

Take our tour of the Roman Empire's most magnificent ruined structures. Just how did they achieve so much!

16 Times Classic Cars Took Cool to Another Level

These Jaw-Dropping Vintage Cars Steal the Spotlight

These muscle car photos are pure automotive gold.

19 Fairy Tale Structures You Can Find in Norway

Norway is one of the more unique countries in Europe, possessing views that rival the best fantasy books out there...

Funny and Fascinating Photos of the Past

These Photos Prove the Past Was a Funny Place...

These photos prove the past was just as bizarre as today!

Enjoy 10 Photos of Cute Snails by This Polish Photographer

Snail Photography That Will Show You a Tiny Magic World

Peak into the world of the snails with these 10 photgrpahs

There is a Mystery Behind These Beautiful Vintage Photos

These vintage photos from 1950s Switzerland and Italy are beautiful and they have a mysterious story behind them

Wow, You Don't See THIS On a Regular Day...

Each one of these photographs has a whole story behind it, and each is more extraordinary than the last. This photo collection brings together some rare and unusual sights that you probably haven't seen before!