Housemaid Polishes Floor
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Housemaid Polishes Floor
A maidservant on her hands and knees polishes a floor with beeswax and turpentine
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Media ID 583526
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1893 Floor House Maid Housemaids Knees Polishes Servants Turpentine Beeswax
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back to the year 1893, where we witness a female housemaid diligently polishing a floor on her hands and knees. The image exudes historical charm as it captures the essence of domestic service during that era.
The maidservant's focused expression and meticulous technique showcase the dedication and hard work required of servants in maintaining a pristine household. With beeswax and turpentine in hand, she expertly tends to every inch of the floor, ensuring it gleams with perfection.
As we admire this snapshot of history, we are reminded of the often overlooked role that housemaids played in keeping homes running smoothly. Their laborious tasks were essential for upholding standards of cleanliness and orderliness within households.
Through this image, we gain insight into the daily life of a servant from decades past. It serves as a poignant reminder of the social structures and expectations that shaped relationships between employers and their hired help.
Mary Evans Prints Online has preserved this piece of history for us to appreciate, allowing us to reflect on how far society has come since the days when housemaids dedicated themselves to such demanding yet vital work.
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