The COD
A Curated Daily Digest of Oddities, Curiosities & Unusual Fascinations
CURIOSITY OF THE DAY
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The COD will be off exploring the infinite abyss until October 30th. Please grave rob from our older articles until then. 🎃
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Creepy Face Art
If these frightening faces don’t up the creep factor in your home (or give you nightmares), we don't know what will.
Mutant Doll Sculptures
Check out these ultra-curious mutant doll sculptures from California-based artist Spikes Curio Shoppe.
Octopus Art
Octopuses have long been the subject of fascination and intrigue for artists all over the world. Some have taken the depiction of these curious eight-limbed creatures to a whole new level by creating unusual and unique pieces that further embody their mysterious nature.
Antique Human Hair Art
Crafting human hair into art was a popular tradition in the Victorian era fueled by high infant mortality rates and a “fashion for mourning”.
Vampire Hunting Kit
This vampire hunting kit is a curious shadow box collection featuring all the dark relics any Dracula enthusiast or aspiring vampire slayer could ever dream of.
Ostrich Egg Art
The curious tradition of ostrich egg art dates back to the 5th Millennium BC, with artists from around the world still keeping the tradition alive today.
Vintage Curiosity Bear
This vintage curiosity bear maybe isn’t the kind you want to snuggle up with, but we love him all the same.
Art Dolls by AKVARELA
Check out these dark and mysterious art dolls from Ukrainian artist AKVARELA.
Alien Creatures by Cocoon Toy
These delightfully unique alien creatures by Cocoon Toy are handmade in Ukraine and are so special they deserve their own animated series.
Broccoli Art
Explore the cruciferous wonders of Broccoli Art in these curious creations from around the world.
Conversational Curiosities
Check out these brilliant “Conversational Curiosities” by Amsterdam-based sculpture artist Creafae.
Mushroom Art
Fungi-inspired mushroom art by artists from around the world for art collectors and shroom lovers alike.