Ephemera By Decade

A Century of Style, One Decade at a Time
Step through the eras of modern history with Adirondack Retro’s Ephemera by Decade Collection, an organized journey through the printed art, design, and advertising of the past 150 years.

Each decade reveals its own character — from the ornate typography and lithographic brilliance of the Victorian 1890s, to the sleek modernism of the 1920s–1950s, and the bold visual experimentation of the mid-century era. Every piece of paper ephemera — whether an advertisement, magazine page, cover illustration, or patent print — reflects the technologies, trends, and social values of its time.

Our archive spans a broad spectrum of authentic materials: vintage advertisements, magazine illustrations, magazine covers, and thematic paper collectibles, all meticulously preserved and cataloged. This collection invites you to explore how style, typography, and commercial art evolved decade by decade, shaping how generations saw progress, leisure, and modern life.

Ideal for historians, designers, educators, and collectors, Ephemera by Decade offers a chronological lens into visual culture and craftsmanship — a living time capsule of design evolution.

For an elegant presentation, consider our Archival Mat & Frame Service, ensuring each piece is displayed with timeless sophistication and protected for generations to come.

Continue exploring our collections of authentic paper history in Paper Ephemera, Ephemera by Locale, and Vintage Ads for more original advertising and design artifacts from every era.