Servants Clothing
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Servants Clothing
Appropriate clothing for a parlourmaid, a cook, and a housemaid Date: 1906
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Cook House Maid Maid Outfit Servant Servants
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Step Back in Time: A Glimpse into the World of Early 20th Century Servant Clothing This photograph, dated 1906, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of servant clothing during the early 20th century. The image features three women, each dressed in their respective roles as a parlourmaid, a cook, and a housemaid. The parlourmaid, standing on the left, is impeccably dressed in a dark, high-necked blouse, a long, full skirt, and a starched apron. Her hair is neatly styled under a white cap, and she wears a brooch and a pair of gloves. Her attire reflects the formal and elegant nature of her role, which involved managing the reception of guests and maintaining the appearance of the drawing room. Next to her, the cook is shown in a more practical outfit. She wears a long, white apron over a simple, dark dress, with a white collar and cuffs. Her hair is tied up in a net, and she holds a wooden spoon in her hand, suggesting that she has been in the midst of preparing a meal. The cook's clothing was designed to be functional and easy to move around in, as she spent most of her time in the kitchen. On the right, the housemaid is depicted in a simple, yet elegant, outfit. She wears a long, dark skirt and a blouse with a high collar and long sleeves. Her hair is also styled under a white cap, and she wears a white apron. The housemaid's role involved cleaning and maintaining the household, and her clothing was designed to be both practical and presentable, as she often interacted with the other servants and the family. This photograph provides a unique window into the fashion and social hierarchy of the early 20th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of the servants who played an essential role in maintaining the daily operations of a well-run household.
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