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Waking from Sleep
Waking from Sleep - Drunkard waking from sleep. Part of Box 79 Boswell Collection. Timothy Crab. Date: circa 1900
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Crab Drunkard Sleep Timothy Waking
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Waking from Sleep
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is an evocative and intriguing photograph taken by Timothy Crab around the turn of the 20th century. The image, part of the Boswell Collection, depicts a drunken man in the midst of waking up from a deep slumber. The dimly lit room is filled with an air of mystery, with only the faint glow of a lantern illuminating the scene. The man, disheveled and unshaven, lies on a bed, his eyes barely open as he struggles to come to consciousness. His clothing is rumpled and stained, a clear indication of his heavy drinking the night before. The room itself is in a state of disarray, with empty bottles and glasses scattered about. Despite the man's apparent state of inebriation and dishevelment, there is a sense of vulnerability and humanity in the photograph. The man's expression is one of confusion and disorientation, as he tries to make sense of his surroundings and shake off the remnants of his drunken stupor. The use of light and shadow in the photograph adds to its intrigue, with the lantern casting long, dramatic shadows across the room. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human condition, and the struggles and vulnerabilities that come with it. The image is a powerful one, and invites the viewer to consider the story behind the man in the photograph, and the events that led him to this moment of waking from sleep. Timothy Crab's skillful use of light, shadow, and composition make this a truly captivating and thought-provoking photograph.
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