The Invisible Mother Portraits

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There's something inherently creepy about most old-timey photographs, and this bunch here is no exception. These type of children's portraits were called "Invisible Mother" portraits, due to the child's parent/guardian (typically the mother) hiding under a blanket, drape, or other material. Why? Typically it was to hold a young one still while having their long-exposure photographs were taken. Rather innocent I suppose, but don't forget: This is how many bad horror stories start. Sleep tight!

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