Framed Print : Servants / Interview / 1896
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Servants / Interview / 1896
" Not a love affair, I hope " A young woman seeking a position as a ladys companion is interviewed by a stern agent eager to ascertain why she left her last position. Date: 1896
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Media ID 615776
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1896 Agent Companion Eager Governess Interview Interviewed Position Seeking Servant Stern Ascertain
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Servants / Interview / 1896" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black-and-white photograph transports us back in time to the late 19th century, as a determined young woman faces an interview with a stern agent in her quest for employment as a lady's companion. The intriguing caption reads, "Not a love affair, I hope," adding an air of mystery to the scene. Bring this enchanting piece of history into your home and let the story unfold as you ponder the woman's past and her hopes for the future. Embrace the charm of yesteryears with this exquisite framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1896 captures a moment of tension and uncertainty as a young woman seeks a new position as a lady's companion. The stern agent interviewing her appears eager to uncover the reasons behind her departure from her previous role, with the young woman looking slightly apprehensive yet determined.
The historical significance of this image is palpable, offering us a glimpse into the world of servants and governesses in the late 19th century. The formality and strict expectations placed on women in these roles are evident in the agent's demeanor and questioning.
As we observe this scene unfold, we can't help but wonder about the circumstances that led to this interview. Was it a difficult decision for the young woman to leave her last position? What challenges did she face in her previous role? And most intriguingly, what prompted her to seek out this new opportunity?
The caption "Not a love affair, I hope" adds an element of humor or perhaps skepticism to the situation, hinting at potential misconceptions or rumors surrounding female servants and their relationships with their employers.
Overall, this print serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities and hardships faced by women seeking employment in history, shedding light on societal norms and expectations of that time period.
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