Woman with snoring husband
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Woman with snoring husband
A woman sits up in bed with cotton wool in her ears, kept awake by her snoring husband. Date: 1960s
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Media ID 14343339
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
Asleep Awake Bedroom Clock Cotton Dressing Ears Gown Husband Mouth Noise Sleep Sleeping Snore Snoring Wool
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from the 1960s, a woman sits up in bed, her expression a mix of frustration and exhaustion. The room is dimly lit, and the only sound is the rhythmic snoring emanating from her husband, who lies sprawled on his back, his mouth wide open and a blanket pulled up to his chest. The woman wears a worn dressing gown and has a wad of cotton wool in each ear, a makeshift attempt to block out the noise that keeps her awake night after night. The scene is a common one in many households, and yet it is often portrayed with humor or exaggeration in popular culture. But in this image, there is no levity, only the raw reality of a woman's struggle to get a good night's sleep. The clock on the bedside table casts an unforgiving light on the situation, its hands ticking away the hours that seem to stretch endlessly. The photograph captures a moment of quiet desperation, a snapshot of a woman's experience that was all too common in the 1960s and continues to be a challenge for many couples today. It is a poignant reminder of the complexities of relationships and the simple yet elusive pursuit of a good night's sleep. The photograph is a powerful testament to the human condition, and its timeless quality makes it a compelling addition to any collection of images that explore the themes of love, relationships, and the passage of time. Whether used as a conversation starter, a decorative piece, or a source of inspiration, this photograph is sure to provoke thought and emotion.
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