Carrying Things
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Carrying Things
Two servants carry their burdens upstairs - the footman carries a letter on a tray, the housemaid carries a scuttle full of coals
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Media ID 583692
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1863 Carries Carry Coals Footman House Maid Letter Scuttle Servants Things Tray Upstairs Burdens
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures a moment in history where two servants are seen carrying their burdens upstairs. The footman is carefully balancing a letter on a tray, while the housemaid is lugging a scuttle full of coals up the stairs.
The image provides a glimpse into the daily lives of servants in 1863, showcasing the different tasks and responsibilities they had to carry out. It highlights the division of labor within households during this time period, with each servant having specific duties to fulfill.
The contrast between the footman delicately holding the letter and the housemaid struggling under the weight of the scuttle full of coals speaks volumes about social hierarchies and class distinctions prevalent during that era.
Through this photo print, we are reminded of how much has changed since then in terms of societal norms and expectations. It serves as a visual reminder of how far we have come in terms of labor rights and equality.
Overall, "Carrying Things" is not just an ordinary snapshot but rather a powerful historical document that sheds light on an important aspect of our past.
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