Servant Collection (page 100)

Liebig Extract of Beef, 1891
An advertisement for Liebig Companys Extract of Beef, describing itself as an " extract of happiness". Date: 1891

Two female servants and dog in yard
Two female servants and a dog standing in the yard of a house. Date: circa 1910s

Three maids and dog in garden
Three maids and a terrier dog in a garden. Date: circa 1912

FORTUNY I MARSAL, Mariano (1838-1874). Camels. Notes from the War of Africa (Hispano-Moroccan War), 1860. Drawing with pencil. Romanticism. Drawing. SPAIN. CATALONIA. TARRAGONA. Reus

Picture of a woman dressing in an ornate dress
Slide showing a picture of two women, one looking the the mirror in an ornate dress, the other a servant girl helping her get dressed. Part of Box 366

Japan - A Master giving orders to his servant
Lantern slide of a Master giving orders to his servant.. Part of Box 158 Japan, Part of Boswell Collection, slide no. 3 Date: circa 1890s

A Young Englishmans First Experiences in India, 1889
A Young Englishman does his best to fit into colonial life in India. He purchases a solar topee, bathes in the Indian style and is waited upon by Indian servants

The Result Below Stairs by Heath Robinson
The result below stairs of upstairs perusal of our Entent Peace Number. The Cook: " Ow I ate hese finicky French ways

Advert for Ewarts Geysers 1923
Hot water instantly night and day Ewarts Geysers. 1923

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1928
Hot water instantly night or day, maid in the kitchen, while woman running a bath. 1928

Sphere cover - German retreat from Lille, 1918
Front cover of The Sphere featuring an illustration by Fortunino Matania showing a scene in Lille when the British finally recaptured the town from the retreating Germans in October 1918

Suffragette Domestic Servant, Pankhurst. A young housemaid reclines on a sofa saying, I cut my little finger and I must take it very easy in case it hurts me anymore

Present Day Types - the Get-Off-My-Earth Chauffeur
One of a series of Present Day Types by Arthur Watts showing a haughty and disdainful chauffeur in his uniform, posing by a motor car. Date: 1914

George Kekewich
Sir George William Kekewich (1841 1921), British Civil Servant and Liberal Party politician. Date: 1911

Kenneth Howard
Hon Kenneth Howard (1845 -1903), Civil servant; son of 2nd Earl of Effingham. Caption Dear Boy! Date: 1892

Sir Ernest Gowers watching rescue operations, WW2
Sir Ernest Gowers (1880-1966), civil servant in charge of Civil Defence in London, watching rescue operations during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

Hyams of Oxford Street, boys outfitters, advertisement
Advertisement for Hyams of Oxford Street, Leeds, Birmingham and Wolverhampton, one of the oldest established houses for boys tailoring and outfitting, providing first class goods at moderate prices

Belling electric fires advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for Belling electric fires, with the revelation that families could do without one servant as a result of the modern device

A Bibliophile
A gentleman bibliophile receives his latest books, delivered to him by a servant, the books piled high on a wheelbarrow. Date: circa 1845

Billeting soldiers, WW1 humour
Maid to mistress: If yer please, mem, theres a hofficer at the door, and e wants to know if you can FILLET two sojers. A maid rather misunderstands the request of a billeting officer at a house

Master and servant, Japan

Advert for Ewarts Califont hot water 1926
Hot water instantly night or day. Hot water upstairs or downstairs. 1926

Sir Spencer Ponsonby Fane
Sir Spencer Ponsonby-Fane (1824-1915), British civil servant and cricketer. Father of the M. C. C and treasurer at Lord s. Date: 1915

Servants in India. Date: circa 1890s

Our Superior Inferiors - an upper class lady charity worker
Lady de Tomkyn (at Cabbage Charity Sale): " How on earth are we to clean these pototoes? I DARE not ask Simpson!" A well-meaning lady hoping to help out at a charity sale

A shamisen player, lighting her pipe
A Japanese lady in traditional costume lays her shamisen(a musical instrument with three strings, also written samsin), to one side, so she can light her kiseru or pipe, aided by another woman

Woman and maid
A woman gets ready to go out, helped by her maid. Date: 20th century

Dewars Whisky advertisement
Advertisement for Dewars whisky, featuring a smart footman in full livery and powdered wig carrying a decanter and glass on a tray. Date: 1927

Gas iron by Littgow, 1861
A lady using Littgows gas iron, Denmark, 1861. Date: 1861

A couple dressed in their finery, dancing

A washer woman or maid, looking at her reflection in a mirror

Two diners pull a wishbone rather too energetically much to the amazement (or annoyance) of their waitress. Chicken, plates

Maid with tray of drinks
Harlequin illustration, showing a maid with a tray of drinks. Date: 1923

Group of colonials with Indian servant
A group of eight colonial types, four men and four women. An Indian servant stands alongside, holding a bag of golf clubs. Date: circa 1910s

Serving Through the Ages - Women
This picture shows the various roles of women servants from the 14th-19th century. It starts with showing servant girls milking, harvesting

Page boy carrying books
Illustration on Library List booklet, depicting a little page boy in yellow, carrying a pile of books

Ironing Collars
Photograph demonstrating the technique for ironing bib and collars in 1911. Date: 1911

Gaetano Pratesi
GAETANO PRATESI Italian servant of God, member of the Company of the Stigmata of San Francisco di Firenze, depicted in prayer before a crucifix. Date: 18TH CENTURY

Tamar Turned Out Amnon House 1540 Engraving second state
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Judith giving head Holofernes platter covered
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Algerian Jewess Servant 1833 Etching first state
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Judith Head Holofernes ca 1640 Oil canvas 78 1 / 2 x 57 1 / 2
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Tarquin attacking Lucretia servant left witnessing
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Tamar Turned Out Amnon House Story Tamar 1540
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Teahouse girl servant Snow series Comparison
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Hassan I (1836-1894). Sultan of Morocco between 1873 and 1894, member of the Alaouite dynasty. The Sultan receives a dispatch. 19 the century engraving R. Caton Woodville. Colored

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"Unveiling the Unsung Heroes: The Power and Presence of Servants" From ancient times to modern eras, servants have played an intriguing role in history. Just like the enigmatic Venus of Urbino, depicted by Titian in 1538, they often remain hidden behind grandeur and opulence. In literature, we find iconic duos like Jeeves and Wooster, where a servant's wit and wisdom guide their master through hilarious misadventures. Similarly, Botticelli's masterpiece "Primavera" showcases nymphs dancing under the watchful eye of Flora - a symbol of beauty nurtured by unseen hands. Even royalty was not immune to the allure of devoted attendants. Queen Victoria found solace in her relationship with Abdul Karim - a tale that transcended societal norms during c. 1890-1900. Their bond mirrored that between Empress Theodora and Emperor Justinian I as portrayed in the Basilica of Saint Vitale. Servitude took many forms throughout history; from maids serving diligently in households during 1935 to café waiters like Garçon De Café in 1850s Paris who catered to patrons' every need with grace. Religious texts also acknowledge the significance of servanthood. A manuscript leaf from a Bible dating back to ca. 1280-1300 depicts Nehemias opening his book - reminding us that even leaders require assistance on their spiritual journeys. However, it is essential not to overlook darker chapters where servitude turned into exploitation. Saartje Baartman's tragic story as "The Hottentot Venus" serves as a poignant reminder that some were objectified for their physical attributes rather than valued for their humanity. Yet amidst these tales lies resilience and loyalty exemplified by figures such as Munshi Abdul Karim or Queen Victoria's trusted confidant Munshi himself – proving that genuine connections can transcend societal barriers.