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Looked Like a Ghost
Looked Like a Ghost - Poor family welcomed into Kitchen. Part of Box 79 Boswell Collection. Timothy Crab. Date: circa 1900
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Crab Ghost Kitchen Like Looked Poor Timothy Welcomed
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This evocative image, titled "Looked Like a Ghost: Poor Family Welcomed into Kitchen," is a poignant snapshot of life in the late 19th century. The photograph, part of the Boswell Collection, Box 79, was taken by Timothy Crab around the year 1900. The image captures a moment of warmth and hospitality amidst poverty and hardship. The scene is set in a dimly lit kitchen, where the faint glow of a lantern illuminates the faces of a poor family as they gather around a table. The father, dressed in tattered clothing, holds a lantern aloft, casting long, eerie shadows on the walls. His wife and children huddle around the table, their faces illuminated with a mix of relief and gratitude. Despite the meager surroundings, the family exudes a sense of unity and resilience. The simple act of sharing a meal together in the warmth of their home provides a moment of comfort and solace from the harsh realities of their daily lives. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when life was more rugged and unforgiving. It serves as a reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and connection even in the most challenging of circumstances. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of community, love, and the simple pleasures of life.
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