All-American Ads of the 50s

All-American Ads of the 50sThe 1950s in the United States was an era marked by McCarthyism and an economic landscape where capitalism thrived. This period saw white America experiencing a sense of pride and security, sentiments echoed in advertising campaigns. However, this era was also characterized by the careless dissemination of misinformation, with advertisements promoting questionable products and ideas. Examples ranged from vacations in Las Vegas with atomic bomb

for the artist

Photographer Elizaveta Porodina collaborates with Creative Director Wes Gordon to capture the sophistication and modern femininity of Carolina Herrera in a visually striking volume

and the natural cleanup crews that recycle dying trees

sex appeal

The most extensive exhibition ever dedicated to Henri Matisse's paper cut-outs

alongside lesser-known names from around the world

from 1921 to 1945

and Sante D'Orazio

including film

Accompanied by quotes from legends like Tony Hawk

from Africa's Serengeti to Times Square

and provides a glimpse into the growing heavy metal scene in the region