Metal Print : Scrubbing Step
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Scrubbing Step
A housemaid scrubs the front step of a London house while the cook goes out to do her early morning marketing
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Media ID 583661
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033877
1864 Chore Chores Cook House Maid House Work Housemaids Maid Marketing Morning Scrubbing Scrubs Servant Servants Step
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this charming image of a housemaid diligently scrubbing the front step from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage scene of a London house transports you to an era of simpler times, with the cook heading out for her morning market errands adding to the bustling atmosphere. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the rich details and authentic textures of this classic Mary Evans Print to life, making it a stunning addition to any home decor. Order yours today and let the timeless charm of this beautiful image brighten up your space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
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 evocative photograph captures the daily routine of a housemaid scrubbing the front step of a London townhouse in the early morning hours of 1864. Dressed in her simple yet functional uniform, the housemaid diligently applies elbow grease to the stone step, determined to remove every last speck of dirt and grime. Her focus is unwavering, as she is acutely aware that the appearance of her employer's home is a reflection of her own work ethic and dedication. Meanwhile, the cook, clad in an apron and carrying a basket, prepares to venture out for her early morning marketing chores. The bustling sounds of the marketplace would soon fill the air as she haggled for the freshest produce and meats to prepare for the day's meals. This scene offers a glimpse into the lives of the servants who played a crucial role in the daily functioning of a Victorian-era household. Their labors, though often unseen and unappreciated by the upper classes, were essential to maintaining the order and respectability of the home. The division of labor between the housemaid and cook highlights the intricacies of the household hierarchy, with each servant performing their specific duties to ensure the smooth running of the household. The photograph's historical significance lies in its ability to capture a moment in time, preserving the memory of the daily chores and routines that shaped the lives of the servant class during the Victorian era. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of the mundane tasks that, though often overlooked, played a vital role in the lives of those who performed them and the households they served.
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