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Dear Ghost Enthusiast,

Italian artist named Bruno Amadio (pen name Giovanni Bragolin) created a series of paintings known as 'The Crying Boy'. These paintings, featuring tearful young boys, became surprisingly popular in post-war England. Many households hung them on their walls, unaware of the curse they might be inviting into their homes.

The paintings are undeniably striking, with each boy's teary eyes tugging at your heartstrings. But according to legend, those melancholic eyes might be holding a more sinister secret. They say these paintings are cursed.

The rumors began in the 1980s when a series of house fires across England left homes in ruins. Yet amidst the rubble and ash, firefighters often found one item untouched - a Crying Boy painting. This peculiar pattern sparked whispers of a curse, a chilling tale that still persists.

Many believe these paintings carry a strange aura. Some owners report feeling watched, their homes filled with an unsettling chill. Others swear they've heard the soft sounds of a boy crying in the dead of night. But the most eerie of all? Despite all this, the paintings often remain unscathed, even in the face of a devastating fire.

These days, collectors and ghost enthusiasts alike seek out these Crying Boy Paintings. For some, they represent a chilling piece of supernatural folklore. For others, they're a risky addition to their art collections. But one thing is sure; the Crying Boy Paintings continue to weep, their eyes filled with an unsettling mystery.

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Want more information about this story? Check out the links below!

▶️ We posted a YouTube video about The Crying Boy paintings. 

🔥 Here is an article about the curse from Atlas Obscura.

😢 Another article: The Crying Boy painting found in an abandonded pub.

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That's all for this week's visit to the haunting world of Micro Ghosting! Stay curious, and remember, the next time you spot a piece of art, it might just be watching you back.

Yours in ghostly journeys,
105ive Films Fear Lab Team

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