Photographic Print : Housemaid Polishes Floor
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Housemaid Polishes Floor
A maidservant on her hands and knees polishes a floor with beeswax and turpentine
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Media ID 583526
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033488
1893 Floor House Maid Housemaids Knees Polishes Servants Turpentine Beeswax
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the exquisite "Housemaid Polishes Floor" print from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available in our Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an era of elegance and meticulous household management. The print depicts a dedicated maidservant on her knees, her focused expression a testament to her dedication to her duties. With a pot of beeswax and a cloth soaked in turpentine, she polishes the elegant hardwood floor, her hands calloused from hours of labor. The rich, warm tones of the print evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort, making it an ideal addition to any home or office decor. Each print in the Media Storehouse range is produced using the highest quality materials and processes, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting image that will add character and charm to your space. Order your "Housemaid Polishes Floor" print today and bring a touch of timeless elegance into your home or workplace.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back to the year 1893, where we witness a female housemaid diligently polishing a floor on her hands and knees. The image exudes historical charm as it captures the essence of domestic service during that era.
The maidservant's focused expression and meticulous technique showcase the dedication and hard work required of servants in maintaining a pristine household. With beeswax and turpentine in hand, she expertly tends to every inch of the floor, ensuring it gleams with perfection.
As we admire this snapshot of history, we are reminded of the often overlooked role that housemaids played in keeping homes running smoothly. Their laborious tasks were essential for upholding standards of cleanliness and orderliness within households.
Through this image, we gain insight into the daily life of a servant from decades past. It serves as a poignant reminder of the social structures and expectations that shaped relationships between employers and their hired help.
Mary Evans Prints Online has preserved this piece of history for us to appreciate, allowing us to reflect on how far society has come since the days when housemaids dedicated themselves to such demanding yet vital work.
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