On a recent trip to Houston we visited the Museum of Fine Arts as part of birthday celebrations for Husband and Son. While many exhibits prohibit photography, Son was able to take photos of one particular current exhibit; here are a few that he took.
Sculptured in Steel: Art Deco Automobiles and Motorcycles, 1929-1940
One would have to have the proper clothes to drive around in this one as the vintage poster below (part of the exhibit) illustrates.
This one reminded me of a convertible version of an Airstream travel trailer.
This Indian Motorcycle Chief, 1940 was Husband’s favorite.
People were even dressed fashionably in advertisements back then.
Husband liked this KJ Motorcycle, 1930 and so would Batman.
Husband and I had a great time imagining what it would have been to ride around in this Twelve Model 1106 or to have been chauffeured around in it. Either way, champagne would surely have been appropriate!
This photo of Model 810 “Armchair” Beverly Sedan, 1936 was taken from the museum’s website.
This is the inside of the Model 810 “Armchair” Beverly Sedan, 1936 and also from the museum’s website.
The exhibit will be at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston through May 30.
THE COASTAL CRONE 
Such elegance. I particularly like that beautiful interior. One would feel most luxurious sailing around town in that dressed up to the nines!
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The interiors were lush with leather and chrome and so elegant. I could just imagine the clothes from the period. One had red leather. Thanks for coming along for the ride!
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Right up my ally. I love all thing automobile. Thanks for the tour.
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Guys seemed to really enjoy it. Some would squat down and try to get a look at the brakes or tail pipes. The descriptions gave the horse power and technical details. I am sure they would have loved to have raised the hoods! So glad you enjoyed it, John!
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Hoods and trunks. 😀
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My guy would be in heaven there! What a great day out for your and your “boys”!
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Yes, my boys loved it walked around them to view from every angle. Husband pointed out that they probably did not have power steering! Thanks for coming by to comment!
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This is a terrific exhibit and well worth the time. Tomorrow MFAH is having a special event: “Swingin’ at the Savoy: Dance from the Big Band Era.” Time for Swing dancing and all that jazz.
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The MFAH is amazing with so many events and something for everyone. We did not have time to see everything that day but we will go back. There was an exhibit with dresses and other items from that period – what fun! Some days I wish I lived back in Houston but it is still close enough for weekend trips. Thanks for sharing!
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That “English Manor” exhibit was amazing. They had wine events and stuff connected with it. The MFAH would be a main reason I’d ever consider moving back into the City…. MFAH has outdoor yoga events, too…..
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Love both the “Airstream” and the “Armchair.” Lost days and design beauty!
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Yes, it was hard to choose a favorite. They don’t make cars like that today! We seem to be more focused on gas mileage and whether it has GPS.
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Outstanding collection … and your choice for the opening image set the stage (as well as my fav).
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That first one was rather impressive. There were so many more but I am glad you enjoyed these.
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I love old cars, particularly the 1950 era automobiles. The museum district there is so lovely, I really do miss it. One neat thing is that there are several car shows here during the spring and summer (mostly 1960 cars, but some quite a bit older ones) so sometimes I get a chance to drop in on those 🙂
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The 1950s were a special era for cars and I remember so many of them. It is good when car shows come to us. Most cars today are rather generic. Thanks for the visit.
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What a delightful way to time travel!
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It was rather like traveling back to another period when times were slower perhaps. Of course, we would not have been able to own any of these luxury cars!
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Elegant cars and a charming couple 🙂 My uncle had a Plymouth ’56. Such great car!
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Oh, a ’56 Plymouth! Comfort and luxury! Thanks so much for stopping by to comment and share!
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AH! Not a dud in the batch! How to pick a favorite? Great-looking photographs. Great-looking exhibition. I especially love the silver automobile (number three). It also reminds me of an Airstream travel trailer. And speaking of Houston, the Art Car Parade is also pretty darn wonderful. Years ago, I got to attend. Fun memories! Thanks for time travel!! ~Theadora
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Now I would have guessed you would appreciate the glamour of these old beauties and would especially like the sporty silver convertible. Houston does have its charm – fashion (Galleria), art, rodeos more! Always great to hear from you, Theadora!
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Classic, elegant, smooth… taking us to the old time charm. 🙂
Thank you so much for the tour, CC!
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Now that describes it well, Amy! In Texas with pickups everywhere it was nice to see something with a little more class, although the pickups these days are quite fancy.
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Exactly! 🙂 🙂
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Timeless elegance, and some here also have observed – thankyou!
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Thank you, Hariod!
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There’s something so romantic about those old cars!
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Oh, I agree! One wants to dress up and have an adventure at any age. Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts, Ann!
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Wonderful images, some beautiful vintage vehicles. Thanks for sharing that.
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It really was a delight to see such classy cars. I thought I was in Dirk Pitt’s hanger! Or visiting Clive Cussler. Glad you liked them! You provide so many great images for us all the time.
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Who we were is always amazing…we change ourselves so fast…who are we now?
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And our cars change even faster and can do so much more for us – even talk to us! We don’t even dress the way we used to dress. We can’t stop change so we must embrace what works for us. Always a pleasure to have you give your artistic view!
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Some very glamorous cars here 🙂
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Glamorous indeed, Andrea! I felt I should have dressed up more for the occasion but I went for comfort since I knew we would be walking and standing. Always good to hear from you!
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I’ll bet that was a wonderful visit! I went to “The Allure of the Automobile” exhibit at the Portland Art Museum in 2011…this video captures some classics!
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Thank you so much for sharing this video! Yes, it captured the same spirit as the Sculpted in Steel. Such elegant and yet basic motor and steel strength. Truly pieces of art! Bloggers like you are so generous to share! Cheers!
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I love the classic vehicles…the were definitely rolling pieces of art! Cheers to you, as well – and have a great rest of the weekend!
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I really enjoyed this tour and the photos. Thanks!
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Well, I am glad that I would share something that you enjoyed. Your posts are always inspiring and have beautiful photos.
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Those cars were something else, weren’t they? Works of art. What do they say about a lot of things today? They don’t make them like they used to. 😊
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Oh, yes, it is not only cars that they don’t make like they used to. It was a different era but then they did not have the Internet! But things were made to last longer. Thanks for the visit!
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Thanks for this wonderful tour. My husband is a real car nut.
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They guys were really enjoying the cars! Always nice to hear from you, Gerlinde!
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Oh yes, can you imagine how fun it would be…a girl can only dream!
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Yes, and we would have to shop for the appropriate outfits! I can imagine you photographing someone in front of one! With lots of interaction too!
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Gosh, those vehicles are beautiful. You and your husband look so happy to be there.
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The vehicles were quite magnificent indeed. Husband and I WERE happy as we spent fun time with our Son in anticipation of celebrating birthdays.
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Such a splendid post. My father in law renovated an antique Indian, it looked brand new when he was finished, a work of art!
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Thank you! Husband had an uncle who had an old Indian so he was so excited to see one. They were works of art! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts of your father-in-law.
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Such sleek, elegant designs!
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Yes, they were rather classy!
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