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The Collector’s Conundrum
Confronting the tricky questions of an item’s authenticity, story, and value. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
23 hrs ago
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Paul Lukas
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The Latest Developments in Paul’s Home Décor
People often tell me my apartment looks like a museum. Here are the latest additions to the permanent collection.
Sep 16
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Paul Lukas
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Mood Indigo: The Allure of Blue Amberol Records
Think all Edison cylinder records were black? Think again! Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup, some IC follow-ups, and more!
Aug 18
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Paul Lukas
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What the Hell Is an Addressograph?
How a small vintage item led me down a very deep, very enjoyable rabbit hole.
Feb 3
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Paul Lukas
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Collection Agency: From Glassware to Hardware
Elizabeth Fox has a knack for niche-specific collecting categories across many types of objects. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Jan 20
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Paul Lukas
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The Most Inconspicuous Part of Your Bathroom
A deep dive on a small accessory you probably haven’t thought much about. Plus more recursive imagery and a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Nov 19, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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When Is a Catalog More Than a Catalog?
A close look at functional objects that also serve as catalogs. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup!
Nov 7, 2025
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The Pleasures of Decorator Colors
How a recent purchase led to a deep dive on a colorful marketing term.
Nov 4, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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In Which I Finally Land My White Whale ... Sort Of
I finally found a long-sought item — or at least a representation of it. Plus still more stick figures, right-handed toilets, and more!
Sep 3, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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Some of My Latest Home Décor
But first, some thoughts about material culture.
May 9, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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A Visit to the Ephemera Fair
Can you guess which two items I purchased at this fantastic vintage market?
Mar 18, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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The Strangest Artifacts I’ve Ever Saved
Some thoughts on the pleasures of vintage price tags. Plus a new Inconspicuous News Roundup, and more.
Mar 4, 2025
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Paul Lukas
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