Fine Art Print : Cook & Housemaid
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Cook & Housemaid
Cook and housemaid in the kitchen
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Media ID 583693
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1872 Cook House Maid Kitchen Servant Servants
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless charm of the past into your home with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a cook and housemaid from Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautifully detailed print captures a moment in time as the cook prepares a meal while the housemaid attends to the kitchen, transporting you back to a simpler era. Each print is meticulously crafted with the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home. Elevate your decor and add a touch of history and elegance to your living space with our Fine Art Prints.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.4cm x 40.6cm (17.9" x 16")
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 evocative photograph, titled "A Cook and Housemaid in the Kitchen," transports us back in time to the late 19th century, specifically the year 1872. The image, captured by an unidentified photographer, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a well-to-do household, showcasing the essential roles of the cook and housemaid. The cook, dressed in a traditional long, full-skirted apron, is intently focused on preparing a meal at the large stove. Her face is serious, her brow furrowed in concentration as she stirs a pot with a long wooden spoon. The housemaid, clad in a simple, high-necked blouse and a long, full skirt, is busily washing dishes at the sink, her back to the camera. Her expression is one of determination and efficiency. The kitchen, with its large stone hearth and wooden cabinets, is a hive of activity. The table in the foreground is laden with various kitchen utensils, adding to the sense of industry and productivity. The room is bathed in soft, natural light that filters in through the window, casting a warm glow over the scene. This photograph offers a fascinating insight into the world of domestic service during the Victorian era. It highlights the importance of the cook and housemaid in maintaining the smooth running of a household, and the hard work and dedication required to keep up with the demands of a wealthy family. The image also serves as a reminder of the social hierarchy that existed during this period, with the cook and housemaid occupying lower rungs on the social ladder than their employers. Overall, "A Cook and Housemaid in the Kitchen" is a captivating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the women who kept the homes of the wealthy running smoothly. It is a poignant reminder of the important role that domestic servants played in shaping the fabric of Victorian society.
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