Fine Art Print : The Morning Gossip
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The Morning Gossip
The Morning Gossip a housemaid exchanges news with her neighbours as she sweeps the front steps
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Media ID 583516
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033464
1849 Exchanges Gossip House Maid Housemaids Morning Neighbours Servants Sweeps
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless charm of Mary Evans Picture Library's archives into your home with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "The Morning Gossip," depicts a housemaid engaging in a lively conversation with her neighbors as she sweeps the front steps. The warm glow of the morning sun casts a gentle light on their animated faces, capturing the essence of community and connection. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously reproduced to preserve the rich details and authentic colors of the original artwork, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home. Elevate your decor and ignite conversation with this delightful piece of history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.6cm (16" x 19.9")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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
The Morning Gossip, Mary Evans Picture Library, 1849 This evocative image captures the daily ritual of a housemaid exchanging news with her neighbors as she sweeps the front steps of a Victorian-era home. The scene unfolds in the early hours of the morning, as the first light of day breaks through the foggy sky, casting a soft glow on the cobblestone street. The housemaid, dressed in her traditional uniform, is shown in the foreground, her broom at the ready as she engages in animated conversation with two neighbors. Their faces are animated with interest, their bodies leaning in towards each other, as they share the latest gossip and news from their community. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the social fabric of Victorian society, where the exchange of news and information was a vital part of daily life. Servants, who spent much of their day in the confines of their employer's homes, relied on these brief encounters to stay connected to the world beyond their immediate surroundings. Moreover, the image underscores the importance of community and social interaction in an era before the widespread availability of mass media. The simple act of sweeping the front steps became an opportunity for the housemaid to engage with her neighbors and stay informed about the world around her. This photograph, taken in 1849, is a poignant reminder of the rich and complex social dynamics that existed within Victorian society. It invites us to reflect on the ways in which communication and community have evolved over time, and the enduring power of human connection in shaping our lives.
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