Servant Collection (page 20)

193-0082155 Until death, plate 55 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching)
IND81674 193-0082155 Until death, plate 55 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 22x15.4 cm; Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Lord and vassal, from Liber Feodorum Major (vellum)
IND113088 Lord and vassal, from Liber Feodorum Major (vellum) by Spanish School (7th century); Archivo de la Corona de Aragon, Barcelona, Spain; Index Fototeca

Fight Of Teseo With The Minotauro (woodcut)
7272429 Fight Of Teseo With The Minotauro (woodcut) by Unknown Artist, (15th century); (add.info.: TESEO Fight of Teseo with the Minotauro (in figure of centaur) in a maze

Fol. 107v Peter denies Christ for the second time (vellum)
ALI142172 Fol.107v Peter denies Christ for the second time (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont

Fol. 75v Jesus During the Meal at the House of the Pharisee Asks if He Is Allowed to Heal on the Sabbath (vellum)
ALI142374 Fol.75v Jesus During the Meal at the House of the Pharisee Asks if He Is Allowed to Heal on the Sabbath (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont

Young man kissing the maid (b / w photo)
1095102 Young man kissing the maid (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young man kissing the maid. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Servant girl sitting on mans knee in the kitchen (b / w photo)
2800582 Servant girl sitting on mans knee in the kitchen (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Servant girl sitting on mans knee in the kitchen)

Pa gets into hot water (chromolitho)
2816121 Pa gets into hot water (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pa gets into hot water. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals
7268496 Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals by Agricola

Two couples embrace, one while playing backgammon, c. 1650 (engraving)
2653566 Two couples embrace, one while playing backgammon, c.1650 (engraving) by Rollos, Peter I (fl.1619-39); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Le Centre de l amour)

Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals
7268495 Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals by Agricola, Georgius (1494-1555); Bibliotheque municipale, Carcassonne

A suicide in Frankfurt-am-Main (colour litho)
2818203 A suicide in Frankfurt-am-Main (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A suicide in Frankfurt-am-Main)

I suppose you know, ma am, that Mr. Ferrars is married, 1896 (engraving)
2962879 I suppose you know, ma am, that Mr.Ferrars is married, 1896 (engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

Abraizo Sponge. (Illustration, circa 1930)
5975945 Abraizo Sponge. (Illustration, circa 1930) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art of living. Domestic cleans the bathroom with an abrasive sponge)

A Sultana taking Coffee in the Harem, 1742-43 (oil on canvas)
5860709 A Sultana taking Coffee in the Harem, 1742-43 (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); 46--63 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Unwelcome Attentions, 1839 (oil on canvas)
BOU202941 Unwelcome Attentions, 1839 (oil on canvas) by Buss, Robert William (1804-75); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey

Fashionable Jockeyship, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1796 (coloured engraving)
NCO189709 Fashionable Jockeyship, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1796 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Lady at Her Toilette, 1740-50 (oil on canvas)
5860113 Lady at Her Toilette, 1740-50 (oil on canvas) by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); 256.9--43.9 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Pietro Longhi (1701-1785))

Praying for Rain Komachi (Amagoi Komachi), 1770 (color woodblock print; chuban)
5859269 Praying for Rain Komachi (Amagoi Komachi), 1770 (color woodblock print; chuban) by Shiba Kokan (1747-1818); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Shiba Kokan (1747-1818))

Breakfast after the Bath, 1895-98 (pastel on paper laid down on board)
5861883 Breakfast after the Bath, 1895-98 (pastel on paper laid down on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 92--81 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

The Maid, c. 1875 (oil on canvas)
5859641 The Maid, c.1875 (oil on canvas) by Bonvin, Francois (1817-87); 44.5--30.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Francois Bonvin (1817-87))

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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.