Ringel, Ringe, Reie,Wir sind der Kinder dreie,Sitzen unterm Hollerbusch,Machen alle husch, husch, husch! – Der Ringelreihen, illustrated by Josef Diveky with the Krampus and other horrors (the Hampelman, the Wasserman and the Werewolf) surrounding a child.     Every December 5, The Krampus arrives to punish naughty children. As Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus) dishes out gifts to the good, on Krampusnacht (Krampus Night), immediately before the Feast of St. Nicholas on 6 December, the Krampus  comes to lay his vengeance upon on the bad. The Krampus has, so they say, the body of man covered in thick black hair, horns on his head, one grotesque human foot and one goat’s foot. He has a tongue like a snake. He carries a bundle of birch branches to whip children.   Krampus for the Wiener Werksta系te by Josef Diveky, 1909 Europeans love an evil monster, whether it be the Nuuttipukki or some other occult horror. Met with a mixture of fear and excitement, people have been exchanging greeting cards featuring the Krampus since the 19th century. In the early 20th Century, the brilliant Wiener Werkstätte celebrated the Krampus in its collections of postcards, many of them created by Josef Diveky (Josef von Divéky; 1887-1951).   Der Rawuzel by Josef Diveky, 1911 The Werewolf by Josef von Diveky for Wiener Werkstätte Nr. 497, 1911   Der Wundervogel for the Wiener Werksta系te by Josef Diveky, 1911 Josef von Divéky studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna under Alois Delug (25 May 1859 – 17 September 1930) from 1905 to 1907 and at the Vienna School of Applied Arts from 1907 to 1910. He worked as a commercial artist in Vienna, Zurich, Brussels and Budapest. From 1919, he lived in Switzerland and from 1941 taught at the Budapest School of Arts and Crafts. He worked for the Wiener Werkstätte, the Lobmeyr glass chandelier company, created bookplates, published in various magazines and worked as a book illustrator. In 1937, his etching Gefilde der Seeligen was confiscated from the Schlossmuseum Weimar and destroyed as part of the Nazi ‘Degenerate Art‘ campaign.   Saint Nicholas and the Krampus by Josef Diveky for the Wiener Werkstätte, 1909 Postkarte der Wiener Werksta系te Nr. 180- Fro玖liche Christnacht! by Josef Diveky, 1908 Christmas Card for the Wiener Werksta系te by Joswef Diveky, 1909 Shop: All these images and more can be bought as prints and cards in our shop. The post Josef Diveky Paints The Krampus And Other Terrible Monsters For The Wiener Werkstätte appeared first on Flashbak.

Elinor Donahue remains a familiar face to generations of classic television fans, especially those who remember her work on The Andy Griffith Show. But for her son, Peter Ackerman, her legacy is only one part of a much larger family story tied to some of television’s most beloved shows. According to Woman’s World, Elinor Donahue’s son attended Mayberry Days with bookmarks featuring photos of his parents, Donahue and television producer Harry Ackerman. For Peter, the gesture was not about drawing attention to himself. It was about helping people remember two careers that helped shape classic TV. Peter Ackerman Wants Fans To Remember Both Parents Elinor Donahue, 1964/Everett Collection Peter said he often begins conversations by pointing out his mother’s connection to The Andy Griffith Show. That name quickly gets people’s attention at Mayberry Days. But he also uses the moment to talk about his father, Harry Ackerman, whose television credits included Bewitched, The Flying Nun, Gidget, Hazel, Dennis the Menace, and the first season of Leave It to Beaver. Everett Collection That part of the conversation matters deeply to him. Many fans recognize those shows immediately, even if they do not know Harry’s name. Peter said that reaction gives him a lift because it helps him feel that his father’s work still matters. It also reminds him that the shows his parents once thought might fade away are still loved by viewers decades later. His Book Preserves A Family’s Television History THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, Elinor Donahue, Andy Griffith (ca. 1960-Season 1), 1960-68 / Everett Collection   Peter wrote Mom, Dad, Me, and Classic TV to preserve his parents’ memories and contributions. While Elinor Donahue remains beloved by classic TV fans, Peter hopes younger generations will better understand her place in television history. He also feels strongly about protecting his father Harry Ackerman’s legacy, believing his work did not always receive the recognition it deserved. That is why Peter’s efforts feel personal rather than promotional. He is not simply sharing old Hollywood stories. He is making sure his parents’ contributions do not disappear behind the titles of the shows they helped create or perform in. For fans of Elinor Donahue, the story adds a tender layer to her classic TV legacy. She remains a beloved actress and a member of a family that helped create television memories that continue to live on across generations. Through his book, his appearances, and even simple bookmarks, Peter is keeping that history alive one conversation at a time. 07 November – Hollywood, Ca – Elinor Donahue. Arrivals for “Days of Our Lives” 50th Anniversary held Hollywood Palladium. Photo Credit: Birdie Thompson/AdMedia Next up: How The Kaleidoscope Became Victorian England’s Favorite Distraction The post Elinor Donahue’s Son Shares Heartwarming Update On The Beloved ‘Andy Griffith’ Star, Now 89 appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Ruth A

The birthday of Judy Garland, which is June 10, is being remembered alongside the lasting magic of The Wizard of Oz. More than eight decades after the 1939 film first reached audiences, Garland’s performance as Dorothy Gale continues to speak to families, fans, and new generations discovering the story. According to PEOPLE, Garland’s daughter Lorna Luft believes the film’s enduring appeal comes down to themes that never grow old. She said The Wizard of Oz is about home, heart, courage, and knowledge, emotions that almost everyone feels at some point in life. In Honor Of Judy Garland On Her Birthday, Lorna Luft Says The Movie Endures Because Of Home THE WIZARD OF OZ, from left: Judy Garland, Margaret Hamilton, 1939/Everett Collection Garland was born on June 10, 1922, and died on June 22, 1969, at age 47. Though her life was short, her work left a deep mark on entertainment history. The Wizard of Oz remains one of the strongest examples of that legacy, with Dorothy’s journey still touching viewers nearly 87 years later. Judy Garland/Everett Collection Luft said the movie also works because it shows good against evil in a way people understand. She compared L. Frank Baum’s original book to the Harry Potter of its time, noting how large and beloved the story already was before the movie arrived. For her, the film still connects because it turns big ideas into something personal and emotional. ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Still Reaches New Generations THE WIZARD OF OZ, Frank Morgan, Bert Lahr, Judy Garland, Jack Haley, Ray Bolger, 1939/Everett Collection The film was also groundbreaking for its time. Audiences watched Dorothy’s sepia-toned Kansas transform into the bright colors of Oz, creating a visual shift that felt unforgettable. Luft said that change was a huge moment for viewers, especially because they had never seen anything quite like it. Still, she believes the movie’s power comes from more than effects. She praised the performances of Garland, Ray Bolger, Jack Haley, Bert Lahr, Frank Morgan, Margaret Hamilton, and Billie Burke. Luft said viewers believed those characters, and that belief helped turn the movie into one of the most perfect films ever made. Judy Garland/Everett Collection Judy Garland’s birthday also comes as The Wizard of Oz finds new life through an immersive Sphere experience in Las Vegas. The production uses modern technology to place audiences inside the story, giving longtime fans and younger viewers a new way to experience Dorothy’s journey. For Luft, the film’s meaning has always reached beyond spectacle. She said people around the world still tell her what the movie meant to their families. Those memories now pass from one generation to another. That is why Judy Garland’s birthday feels like more than a tribute to a classic Hollywood star. It is also a reminder of a performance, a song, and a story that continue to lead audiences back home.   Next up: Sharon Osbourne Defends Ozzy AI Project After Fan Backlash The post On Judy Garland’s Birthday, Lorna Luft Explains Why ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Still Matters appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Ruth A