Untitled (two men reflected in mirror in room with dresser, lamp, and wallpaper) c. 1940

This photograph, probably taken mid-century by Paul Gittings, has this cool, almost eerie quality, like a dream you can’t quite shake off. The photo is a study in contrasts, literally. Gittings plays with light and shadow, creating this intense depth, especially in the wallpaper. It’s like the room itself is breathing. And then there’s that mirror, reflecting two men, or maybe just one man twice? It’s hard to tell. What I love most is how the image sits between clarity and ambiguity. The composition is sharp, but the story? That's up for grabs. Mirrors have always been symbolic, haven't they? Think of Manet’s *A Bar at the Folies-Bergère* or Velazquez's *Las Meninas*; images that suggest hidden or multiple viewpoints. This piece isn't just about seeing; it's about questioning what we see and how we see it. It’s about the process of understanding itself.