Servants / Male / Pageboys
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Servants / Male / Pageboys
A Dutch lady washes her hands while her page holds the basin
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Media ID 606600
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Basin Holds Page Boys Servants Washes
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative 17th century Dutch print captures a moment of quiet intimacy between a lady and her pageboy. The lady, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time with a lace collar and a voluminous skirt, is seen washing her hands in a large basin. Her pageboy, a young boy dressed in the livery of his master, stands attentively behind her, holding the basin steady with one hand and offering a towel with the other. The scene takes place in a richly furnished bedroom, with a grand four-poster bed dominating the background. The room is adorned with intricately patterned textiles and a tapestry on the wall, reflecting the opulence and wealth of the household. The pageboy's expression is serious and respectful, while the lady's gaze is focused on the task at hand, creating a sense of routine and order. This print provides a glimpse into the daily life of the Dutch aristocracy during the 17th century. Servants played a crucial role in the household, and pageboys were responsible for various tasks, including carrying messages, setting tables, and assisting their masters and mistresses with their personal needs. The relationship between the lady and her pageboy was one of mutual respect and dependence, with the pageboy expected to serve his master faithfully and the lady to provide him with guidance and support. The print also highlights the importance of hygiene and cleanliness in the Dutch culture of the time. Washing one's hands before meals and after using the toilet was a common practice, and the use of a basin and towel was a sign of refinement and good manners. The print thus captures not only the social hierarchy and the role of servants in Dutch society but also the daily routines and customs that shaped the lives of the Dutch people in the 17th century.
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