Fine Art Print : Helping Mistress
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Helping Mistress
Waiting at table, the maidservant helps her mistress into her place
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Media ID 583654
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033856
1887 Helping Helps Housemaids Maid Servant Mistress Servants Waiting
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless elegance of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Helping Mistress," showcases the tender moment of a maidservant assisting her mistress as she takes her seat. The intricate details of the Victorian-era attire and the warm, inviting atmosphere transport you back in time. Adorn your walls with this beautiful work of art and add a touch of sophistication and history to any room in your home.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 titled "Helping Mistress" transports us back to the year 1887, offering a glimpse into the historical role of maidservants in assisting their mistresses at the dining table. The image captures a moment of intimacy and servitude as the maid servant delicately helps her mistress into her place, showcasing the hierarchy and etiquette of that era.
The attention to detail in this photograph is remarkable, with every aspect meticulously arranged to reflect the social norms and customs of Victorian society. From the elegant attire worn by both women to the fine china adorning the table, every element tells a story of class distinction and domestic service.
As we observe this scene unfold before our eyes, we are reminded of the often overlooked contributions and sacrifices made by servants in maintaining households during this period. The act of helping one's mistress was not just a duty but also a display of loyalty and dedication that defined relationships between employers and their household staff.
Through this poignant image, Mary Evans Prints Online invites us to contemplate on themes of power dynamics, gender roles, and societal expectations that continue to resonate today. It serves as a visual reminder of our shared history and offers insight into how past traditions have shaped our present-day perspectives on labor and service.
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