A hauntingly surreal gelatin silver print by Clarence John Laughlin, this work exemplifies his signature blend of Southern Gothic atmosphere and Symbolist-inspired imagery. Dreamlike and enigmatic, the photograph evokes themes of longing, decay, and the lingering presence of the past through Laughlin's masterful manipulation of light, shadow, and layered visual elements. Printed in 1979, this work reflects his lifelong fascination with the subconscious and the poetic power of photography as a medium for exploring mortality and desire.