Helping Mama to Cook

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Helping Mama to Cook

A little girl helps her mother in the kitchen

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 603970

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10127951

1897 Cook Cooking Helping Helps Kitchen Mama Pans Pots Tidy

EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming photograph, titled "Helping Mama to Cook," captures a heartwarming moment between a mother and her young daughter in the late 19th century. The image, taken in 1897, depicts the pair in the cozy and tidy confines of their kitchen. The mother, dressed in an elegant apron, focuses intently on the pot she is stirring over the open hearth, while her curious and attentive daughter looks on, holding a small cup or pitcher. The scene exudes a sense of domestic tranquility and the passing down of valuable life skills from one generation to the next. The kitchen, a hub of activity and warmth, is filled with the necessary tools of the trade: pots, pans, and utensils, all arranged in an orderly fashion on the shelves and counters. The mother's calm demeanor and the daughter's eagerness to learn convey the importance of cooking as a fundamental aspect of family life. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily routines and traditions of a bygone era. The historical significance of this image lies not only in its depiction of a loving mother-daughter relationship but also in its portrayal of the evolving role of women in the home. As the domestic sphere expanded during the late 19th century, the importance of women's roles as homemakers and caretakers was emphasized, and this photograph beautifully encapsulates that ideal. The mother's dedication to providing for her family and the daughter's eagerness to learn from her are powerful reminders of the enduring bonds that connect us to our past and to each other.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.