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The Maid Servant, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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The Maid Servant, 1881 (oil on canvas)
613889 The Maid Servant, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Breakspeare, William A. (1855-1914); 39x28.5 cm; Astley Cheetham Art Gallery, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester; eAstely Cheetham Art Gallery; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23545882
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Apron Collar Defiant Shoulders Staff Maid
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The Maid Servant, 1881
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is a captivating oil painting that captures the essence of Victorian domestic life. In this portrait, we see a young female maid standing with her shoulders squared and head held high, exuding an air of defiance. Dressed in a crisp uniform complete with an apron and cap, she embodies the hardworking nature of her role. The artist, William A. Breakspeare, skillfully portrays the maid's profile against a neutral background, drawing attention to her striking features. Her intense gaze and determined expression reveal both strength and vulnerability. This artwork offers a glimpse into the often-overlooked lives of household servants during the late 19th century. The meticulous details in her collar and cap highlight the strict hierarchy that governed these positions. Displayed at Astley Cheetham Art Gallery in Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, this painting serves as a testament to the artistic talent of Breakspeare while shedding light on societal dynamics from that era. Through "The Maid Servant" viewers are invited to reflect on themes such as class struggle and gender roles prevalent during Victorian times. It serves as a reminder that even those who were deemed invisible by society possessed their own stories worth telling.
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