Westward Ho! Charles shouted, his enthusiasm for adventure overtook him, as all the possibilities created cracks in his conventional veneer, letting his inner most thoughts seep through, overwhelming him. Go forth Charles, meet your destiny!
The ephemera: dammaged vintage portait; vintage book cover.
The found objects: tiny gears from antique pocket watches; vintage brass key.
creartfuldodger 
Cranks in his conventional veneer
What a killer line
It all works beautifully
thanks Sheldon
His shirt is starched. His tie perfectly aligned. Dressed like the gentleman is his the world will be his oyster.
Amen