Vintage Sunday Nautch Girl Postcard

This looks like our favourite Nautch Girl once again – the famed Gauhar Jaan!  The studio photograph was tinted for printing around the turn of the 20th century, and given a decorative “frame” to heighten its impact.  I love the performer’s dramatic saree, deep maroon silk with a soft sheen, and all that gold on the borders and pallu.  Gold bangles complete the costume nicely.

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