Daily Archives: 15 August 2012

Evolution of Syphilis Posters

While working on the recent post on the great SWIFT’S SYPHILITIC SPECIFIC (SSS), I came across some wonderful vintage posters from an international community of graphic designers. These posters are quite spectacular. Read More: Swift’s Syphilitic Specific – “Hey, I’ve got … Continue reading

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Barrel Series – Chapin & Gore – Chicago – Sour Mash

CHAPIN & GORE CHICAGO SOUR MASH 1867 15 August 2012 (R•041519) Gardner Spring Chapin & James Jefferson Gore Next in the figural barrel series is the Chapin & Gore Sour Mash whiskey from Chicago. Chapin & Gore were major liquor merchants with … Continue reading

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