The 1800s Weren’t Nearly As Sad As You Thought
In fact, they were quite cute.
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The 1800s Weren't Nearly As Sad As You...
Dave Stopera
1. You might think every photo-portrait taken during the 19th century was just of a bunch of sad people:
Via: etsy.com
3. But it turns out not everyone was super bummed during that time period:
Via: retronaut.com
Via: ljmck
(And yes, I understand how cameras used to work.)
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lisadeutschh 3 months agoWe have a picture of my grandmother, the engagement photo. Nice smile and flashing that ring. They were comfortable but not rich. That picture set is one of the few we have. But she was obviously happy at the time.
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Fish Jones 3 months agoI always figured the grump-faces were from having to hold it for the camera? O.o?
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Summer Anne Burton 3 months agothat guy with the cigar in his mouth is a bastard. a ladykilling bastard. sometimes you just know.
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Jack Shepherd 3 months agoI would be bummed too if the entire world was in black and white. It’s heartwarming to see some of these poor monochrome people putting a brave face on it though.
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CJ 3 months ago
omg i love this!! i LOOOVE the sleeves in #4 of the smiley pics. Actually I love everything about the clothing in that picture!!
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