Life — October 15, 1885 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "The Reveries of a Bachelor" This appears to be an illustration from Life magazine accompanying a story or serialized piece titled "The Reveries of a Bachelor," with the subtitle "Only a little farmed garland." The sketch shows a man in period clothing (appears to be 19th century based on the style) in what looks like a domestic interior scene. The detailed cross-hatching and ink work is characteristic of Life's illustration style from that era. Without additional context about which installment this is or the full story text, the specific satirical or humorous point isn't entirely clear from the image alone. The title suggests the piece follows a bachelor's daydreams or romantic fantasies—a common literary theme of the period—likely presented with comedic commentary on bachelor life or courtship customs of the time.