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Between two fires - one a cigar-smoker, the other with a cigarette in a holder Date: 1898
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1898 Cigar Cigarette Drugs Fires Holder Smoker Tobacco
Between Two Fires - A Study in Contrast, 1898
EDITORS COMMENTS
is an intriguing and thought-provoking photograph that captures the essence of two men, each engrossed in their own world, separated only by a small distance. The image, taken in 1898, depicts one man holding a cigar between his fingers, the tip glowing fiercely in the dimly lit room. The other man, wearing a formal suit, holds a cigarette in an elegant holder, the smoke curling up from the tip in a graceful arc. The title of the photograph, "Between Two Fires," alludes to the dual nature of the men's actions. The fires represent the destructive and addictive nature of the substances they are consuming - tobacco in the form of cigars and cigarettes. The men are engrossed in their vices, oblivious to the world around them. Despite the similarity of their actions, the two men are distinctly different. The cigar-smoker, with his rough and unkempt appearance, seems to embody the raw, unrefined power of the tobacco. His intense gaze and clenched jaw suggest a deep-rooted addiction that has taken hold of him. In contrast, the man with the cigarette and holder is the epitome of refinement. His polished appearance and elegant posture belie the fact that he too is partaking in a destructive habit. The use of a holder adds an air of sophistication and class to his smoking experience. The photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of human behavior. It also highlights the allure and danger of tobacco use, which was becoming increasingly popular during the late 19th century. The image, with its striking contrasts and thought-provoking themes, continues to resonate with viewers over a century after it was taken.
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