Vintage Astronomical Almanac: Celestial Insights for 1981, USSR, 1J137

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home decor with this exquisite vintage handmade Russian broderie. Crafted with care and precision, this broderie was traditionally used as a decorative base for vases, enhancing the beauty of floral arrangements. Dating back to the 1960s, this broderie showcases a stunning white color adorned with delicate star designs. Its original good condition speaks to its quality craftsmanship and careful preservation over the years, making it a treasured piece of Russian needlework history. The intricate details and fine stitches of this broderie exemplify the skill and artistry of the Russian embroidery...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of literature with this vintage book, 'Meadowland Side' by K. Paustovsky, from the USSR. Circa 1974, this book represents a treasured piece ...

Set sail on a timeless literary voyage with this captivating vintage book, featuring the beloved work "Crimson Sails" by Alexander Green, from the USSR. Circa 1980, this book stands ...

Step back in time with this vintage drawing album from the USSR, designed specifically for "????????" (technical drawing). Dating back to the circa 1970s, this album offers a glimpse into the authentic drafting experience of that era. The album remains in its original, unused condition, preserving its nostalgic charm and providing a unique opportunity to explore the world of technical drawing as it was taught in Soviet schools. Immerse yourself in the educational materials of the past and gain insight into the tools and techniques employed by aspiring artists and engineers. With its durable cover and well-preserved pages, this vintage album...

Step back in time with this vintage drawing album from the USSR, designed specifically for "????????" (technical drawing). Dating back to the circa 1970s, this album offers a glimpse into the authentic drafting experience of that era. The album remains in its original, unused condition, preserving its nostalgic charm and providing a unique opportunity to explore the world of technical drawing as it was taught in Soviet schools. Immerse yourself in the educational materials of the past and gain insight into the tools and techniques employed by aspiring artists and engineers. With its durable cover and well-preserved pages, this vintage album...

Embark on a heartfelt journey through the past with this captivating vintage book, featuring the poignant work "Childhood" by Maxim Gogol, from the USSR. Circa 1982, this book stands...

The "Antique Map of Holland and Belgium" from 'The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography', published by W. G. Blackie in 1859, is a significant hi...

In response to the 1974 oil crisis, a small group of Swedish engineers obtained government funding to develop a bicycle completely composed of fiber-reinforced composite plastics (FRP). By 1980, the Itera Development Center AB was designing, producing, and marketing injection molded plastic bicycles to a seemingly interested market. However, when the first bicycles were delivered in 1982, the problems with quality assurance and design began stacking up against the company.   Following the IKEA model, bicycles were delivered unassembled. While this may have saved on production costs, not every box contained every part, which upset many customers. Furthermore, the plastic parts broke easily and replacements were hard to come by. With slow sales and many unhappy customers, production ended in 1985 after approximately 30,000 examples were made. The remaining unsold stock was sold to Caribbean region countries where the plastic bicycle became a popular solution to rust-prone medal bicycles. This bicycle has been described as heavy, flexible, and fragile, and is considered one of the worst bikes ever made! The Itera bicycle...

Vintage 1950's USSR Tin Windup Circus Donkey Carriage with clown. The mechanism is intact but not working. Simple to restore. Length approx: 18 cm Width approx: 9.5 cm Height approx...

This is an antique four draw telescope. An English, brass refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use by Dollond of London, dating to the late Victori...

This is an antique library telescope. An English, brass 'Starboy' astronomical mounted refractor by Broadhurst, Clarkson & Co, dating to the early 20...

This is an antique officer of the watch telescope. An English, leather and nickel silver single draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use, by Ross of London, circa 1920. ...