Servants Collection (page 9)

The Return of Ulysses. Scene from Homer´s Ulysses, 1812. Creator: CW Eckersberg
The Return of Ulysses. Scene from Homer´s Ulysses, 1812

Anthony Leading Cleopatra on board, 1748-1750. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Anthony Leading Cleopatra on board, 1748-1750

Herse Preparing to Receive Mercury, 1665-1693. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Herse Preparing to Receive Mercury, 1665-1693. Earlier ascribed to Nicolaas Verkolje (1673-1746)

Queen Victorias Munshi, Abdul Karim
Favourite attendant of Queen Victoria, Abdul Karim (18631909), who served the queen in the final 15 years of her reign. They had a close relationship which caused friction amongst the other members

Domestic servants, England, Victorian period

Domestic servants in a kitchen

Servants washing dishes Date: circa 1900s

Servants washing dishes early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Oddington House, Moreton-in-Marsh, children and nurses on la
A party at Oddington House, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire - Cecil Penelope Talbot Rice (C) with two nurses and a younger child on the lawn - Summertime. Date: 1932

Children with their nurses and prams at Oddington House
Three young children with their nurses and fantastic perambulators (real and toy!) on the lawn at Oddington House, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire

Iraqi Minister of Development Mohammad Ghussein & colleagues
The Iraqi Minister of Development Mohammad Ghussein, colleagues and their spouses at the Department of Development - Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1950s

Importance of Punctuality, Victorian morality print Date: circa 1850

Miss E F Hamilton's Van with sleeping chamber beneath for servants and rain water collection from roof Date: 1914

Cartoon, Socialism Below Stairs
Political cartoon, Socialism Below Stairs - servants in a kitchen Date: 1891

Turkey. Constantinople. Ottoman era. The Sultan's bath
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Constantinople (today Istanbul). The Sultan's bath. Engraving by Lemaitre, Lalaisse and Arnout

Faithful Servants
This oil painting portrays an old farmer leading his white workhorse through a woodland path, pulling a large, but empty hay wagon. Date: circa 1923

Bal Suzette
An oil painting depicting the scene of a man wearing a green clown suit, engaging in dance with a woman in a pink red dress, they are accompanied by an array of formal servants and other performers

Turkey. Constantinople. Iftar or dinner of Grand Vizier
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Constantinople (today Istanbul). Topkapi Palace. Iftar or dinner of Grand Vizier and ministers on the third night of Ramadan. Engraving by Lemaitre, Lalaisse and Chaillot

Caricature illustrations, of the return from the United States of Mr John Redmond, by H M Bateman. Captioned, The Dictator's Return'

Lady Nightcap at Breakfast, comical Georgian scene, black servant serving his employer. Date: 1772

Poster, DON'T, wartime instructions, WW1. 1. Don't use a motor car or motor cycle for pleasure purposes. 2. Don t buy new clothes needlessly

A fine townhouse on Angell Road, Brixton - Angell Town was an estate of houses for the wealthy laid out in the 1850's and 1860's with Wiltshire Road its main axis. Date: circa 1910s

Egyptian art. Tomb of Nakht-Kau. Wooden figures of the tomb
Egyptian art. Tomb of Nakht-Kau. The wooden figures of the tomb-models had magical life, therefore they were able to work for the dead person

Funerary stela of Intef. Egypt
Limestone funerary stela depicting Intef seated before the table of offerings. Beside him, his father, his mother and other relatives and servants

Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal srvant. Egypt
Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants at the palace of pharaoh Niuserre. Entrance with relief depicting the dead on both sides of the door. Detail. Saqqara. Egypt

Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants. Egypt
Mastaba of Nhnumhotep and Niankhkhnum. Royal servants at the palace of pharaoh Niuserre. Entrance with relief depicting the dead on both sides of the door. Saqqara. Egypt

Tomb of Princess Yongtai
Detail of fresco decorating the tomb of Princess Yongtai in Xian city in Shaanxi province in China. Li Xianhui, recognised posthumously as the Princess Yongtai in 706

Dr Syntax lamenting the loss of his wife. Date: 1820

GULLIVER IN LAPUTA
He meets the Governor of the Island of Sorcerers, where the servants are dead spirits : great men of the past are summoned and speak with him. Date: First published: 1726

AN EARL IS BORN, 1382
The birth of Richard Beauchamp (1382-1439), earl of Warwick, in the manor of Salwarp in the County of Worcester (England) - doctor and servants perform their various tasks Date: 28 January 1382

While a young gentleman conducts his social affairs by telephone, his man fastens his spats over his boots, preparatory to going out Date: 1904

A Tea Party, c. 1720 (oil on canvas)
MAN277400 A Tea Party, c.1720 (oil on canvas) by Aken, Joseph van (c.1700-49); 37.4x45.7 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Coming Down to Dinner, 1876 (oil on canvas)
MAN278065 Coming Down to Dinner, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Horsley, John Callcott (1817-1903); 124.1x163 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK

A Party of Falconers outside the Gates of a Chateau (oil on canvas)
2823381 A Party of Falconers outside the Gates of a Chateau (oil on canvas) by Lingelbach, Johannes (1622-74); 35x42 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France
Feast at the Tuileries to Celebrate the Marriage of Leopold I (1790-1865) to Princess Louise of Orleans (1812-50) 1832 (oil on canvas) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Indian servants clothes: hukabardar or hookah pipe bearer, caukidar or watchman, serkar or steward
FLO4623941 Indian servants clothes: hukabardar or hookah pipe bearer, caukidar or watchman, serkar or steward, jamadar or head servant, seated banian or chief servant comptroller

Musee d'Unterlinden, Colmar, France
The Marriage at Cana, c.1500 (oil on panel) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Frans Floris Attending a Banquet of the Guild of Saint Luke (oil on canvas)
471292 Frans Floris Attending a Banquet of the Guild of Saint Luke (oil on canvas) by Leys, Jan August Hendrik, Baron (1815-69); 66x84 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

The Adoration of the Magi, 1624 (oil on panel)
3470228 The Adoration of the Magi, 1624 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 447x336 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

My Domestics; Notes of a Naturalist in the North-Western Provinces of India, 1875. Creator: Charles Horne
My Domestics; Notes of a Naturalist in the North-Western Provinces of India, 1875. [Servants of the author, including a woman who is possibly an ayah, employed to look after children]

The Imprisoned Servant, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesaurus Sac... 1585. Creator: Anon
The Imprisoned Servant, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesaurus Sacrarum historiarum Veteris et Novi Testamenti, 1585

The King Summoning the Servant, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesa... 1585. Creator: Anon
The King Summoning the Servant, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesaurus Sacrarum historiarum Veteris et Novi Testamenti, 1585

The King Cancelling his Servants Debt, from the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound... 1585. Creator: Anon
The King Cancelling his Servants Debt, from the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesaurus Sacrarum historiarum Veteris et Novi Testamenti, 1585

The Servant Sending his Fellow Servant to Prison, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Serva... 1585. Creator: Anon
The Servant Sending his Fellow Servant to Prison, from The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, bound in Thesaurus Sacrarum historiarum Veteris et Novi Testamenti, 1585

Rebellion below stairs - the servants too snug to answer the house bells at the first ring
537312 Rebellion below stairs - the servants too snug to answer the house bells at the first ring. Illustration by George Cruikshank (1792-1878) for the Brothers Mayhew The Greatest Plague of Life

The punishment of servants (engraving)
3646886 The punishment of servants (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The punishment of servants)

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

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"Unveiling the Evolution of Servitude: From Heath Robinson's Automated Dining Room to Jeeves and Wooster" Step into a world where they were an integral part of daily life, only to be replaced by ingenious contraptions and fictional butlers. In this captivating journey through time, we explore the fascinating realm of "servants, " not just as individuals but as symbols of societal change. Heath Robinson's automated dining room (1 of 4) transports us to an era when technology aimed to liberate aristocrats from the clutches of servitude. With intricate mechanisms and whimsical inventions, Robinson envisioned a future where humans would no longer rely on human assistance for their every need. Moving into his kitchen (3 of 4), we witness the birth of labor-saving devices that promised efficiency without sacrificing taste. Too Many Cooks by Lawson Wood captures the chaotic scene in which modernity clashes with tradition, highlighting society's struggle to adapt to these new advancements. But amidst this mechanical revolution, one cannot forget iconic duos like Jeeves and Wooster who embodied both loyalty and wit. These beloved characters remind us that even in a world devoid of traditional servants, there will always be a place for personal valets who can navigate any social predicament with finesse. Robinson's drawing room (2 of 4) showcases opulence intertwined with automation—a glimpse into how grandeur could coexist with technological marvels. Manuscript Leaf with Opening from The Book of Nehemias reminds us that service extends beyond household chores; it encompasses spiritual guidance too. Beyond domestic settings lies London & South Western Railway Servants Orphanage in Woking—an institution dedicated to supporting those left behind by their caretakers' untimely departure. It serves as a poignant reminder that while servants may fade away, their impact on society remains indelible.