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    Posted 15 years ago

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    August
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    This vintage Indian baby photograph is from Madras. Love the star-shaped marks. I believe they're to ward off the evil eye. (These black marks are quite common for that purpose, but they're usually circles. This is the only time I've seen a star.)

    More info on my Vintage Asian blog: http://www.vintageasian.com/428-vintage-indian-baby-photo/

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    Comments

    1. Mrj303 Mrj303, 15 years ago
      What a cutie
    2. ThriftStoreAddict ThriftStoreAddict, 15 years ago
      He is a cutie. And I want that chair.
    3. August August, 15 years ago
      Glad you guys like him too.
    4. musikchoo musikchoo, 12 years ago
      I Love the photo but Please tell me those Bracelets on her ankles are not connected !!!!

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