Bram Stoker

I saw the Count lying within the box upon the earth, some of which the rude falling from the cart had scattered over him. He was deathly pale, just like a waxen image, and the red eyes glared with the horrible vindictive look which I knew so well.

Irish Writer

Used to describe someone's complexion as sickly or lifeless, often due to illness or shock.

Unhealthy Appearance

'Waxen' implies a matte texture, lacking shine or luster.

Not Glossy

Can evoke an otherworldly or delicate beauty, often used in literature.

Ethereal Quality

Indicates objects, often art, crafted with a high degree of realistic detail using wax.

Artistic Realism

Associated with wax's nature to melt easily; metaphorically suggesting vulnerability.

Fragility and Melting

Indicates an older and poetic use; modern English typically uses 'waxed'.

Shift from Past

Refers to gradual growth or change in condition or state over time.

Waxen

Unhealthy Appearance

Not Glossy

Ethereal Quality

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