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Servants hiring office, Berlin, Germany, 1874
Servants hiring office, Berlin, Germany, 1874. Illustration showing modestly dressed women at the door of a hiring office, talking and showing their references to prospective employers. Plate taken from the Illustrated London News, 28th November 1874. The adjoining article makes reference to the difficulties faced by women of the working class who try and find work in the penny-pinching households of Berlin. Whereas the house staff in London neighbourhoods enjoyed a far easier and more secure life than their German counterparts
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Media ID 14863541
© Oxford Science Archive / Heritage-Images
Berlin Domestic Domestic Help Employment Oxford Science Archive Servant
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting illustration of a Servants Hiring Office in Berlin, Germany, 1874. This captivating image showcases modestly dressed women engaged in earnest conversation at the doorstep of the office, presenting their references to prospective employers. Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office décor with this stunning, high-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring the rich history of the past into your present with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.6cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the history of Berlin, Germany, in 1874. The image showcases a bustling scene outside a Servants hiring office, where modestly dressed women eagerly gather to seek employment opportunities. Engrossed in conversation and clutching their references tightly, these determined individuals hope to secure positions as domestic help for prospective employers. The accompanying article sheds light on the challenges faced by working-class women striving to find work within penny-pinching households of Berlin. A striking comparison is drawn between the lives of house staff in London neighborhoods and their German counterparts, highlighting the stark differences in terms of ease and security enjoyed by each group. Through this monochrome snapshot from the Illustrated London News dated November 28th, 1874, we are transported back to an era when gender roles were strictly defined and economic hardships plagued many families. This poignant visual serves as a reminder of the struggles endured by women seeking employment during that time period. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive and made available through Heritage Images, this historical print offers us valuable insights into societal dynamics and labor practices prevalent during the nineteenth century. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and our ongoing quest for equal opportunities regardless of gender or social standing.
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