What is the object of this dream?


Hint 1 of 7:
The old man's life is rather dull, at least it is now.

Hint 2 of 7:
In his younger days, he may have had some happy experiences.

Hint 3 of 7:
Have you been inside his bedroom yet?

Hint 4 of 7:
Explore the bedroom completely.

Hint 5 of 7:
Open the drawer & look at the contents.

Hint 6 of 7:
Read the book.

Hint 7 of 7:
Look at the woman's photograph on the bookshelf.