The Lost Knowledge column explores the possible technology of the future in the forgotten ideas of the past (and those just slightly off to the side). Every other Wednesday, we look at retro-tech, “lost” technology, and the make-do, improvised “street tech” of village artisans and tradespeople from around the globe. “Lost Knowledge” was also the […]
A chance discovery leads a letterpress printer on a journey to preserve a lost form of engraving, wood-engraved dictionary illustrations.
Rediscovering a gorgeous, short-lived Victorian-era style of letterpress printing.
Rediscover the lost art of cable and wire organizing known as cable lacing.
The twice-monthly Lost Knowledge column explores the possible technology of the future in the forgotten ideas of the past (and those just slightly off to the side). Every other Wednesday, we look at retro-tech, “lost” technology, and the make-do, improvised “street tech” of village artisans and tradespeople from around the globe. “Lost Knowledge” was also […]
We look at a type of ocean mapping and navigation technology used by Pacific islanders known as stick charts.
A 14th century method for creating vaulted ceilings with tiles getting some modern love.
