waiting for the wolves

laurel nakadate, farther from home than i'd ever been, 2009

bizarre uk magazine february 2008

Kathleen Cohen, Metamorphosis of a Death Symbol: The Transi Tomb in the Late Middle Ages and the Renaissance

paz de la huerta

Known as an "emancipated duel," it was a private event for women only. Baroness Lubinska, physician for the famous 1892 duel between Princess Pauline Metternich and Countess Anastasia Kielmannsegg suggested they duel topless to prevent infection. It was feared that if the swords pierced their clothing, fabric fibers could enter the wound and cause infection. By removing their tops, they ensured cleaner cuts and easier medical care.

Mississippi John Hurt

Iranian brass amulet that renders its bearer more attractive and helps her capture and subdue a lover. The lover is symbolized as beast of burden.

ibis_hospital

Hysteric glamour lighter