Laitiere Collection

Costumes of the peasantry, France, 18th century. Peasants (near Paris), villager and milkmaid of Bagnolet
FLO4572248 Costumes of the peasantry, France, 18th century. Peasants (near Paris), villager and milkmaid of Bagnolet. Handcoloured lithograph after portraits in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolios

Costumes of the peasantry, France, 18th century. Peasants (near Paris), villager and milkmaid of Bagnolet. Handcoloured lithograph after portraits in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolios from Le

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Laitiere (debitante); Milkmaid; Milchmadchen (engraving)
7196477 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Laitiere (debitante); Milkmaid; Milchmadchen (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Milk below Maids", plate 2 of The Cries of London
NP125762 " Milk below Maids", plate 2 of The Cries of London, engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), pub. by Colnaghi & Co

A Milkmaid, c. 1853 (oil on canvas)
BI92059 A Milkmaid, c.1853 (oil on canvas) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 32.5x24 cm; The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

The Return from the Fields, 1886 (oil on canvas)
FIT65900 The Return from the Fields, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 54x65.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Milkmaid of Bern, Switzerland, 19th century. She wears a toquet of lace made from horsehair, and carries a wooden pail with lid

Dancer and mime Charles-Francois Mazurier as Beterse in the ballet pantomime La Laitiere Suisse, The Swiss Milkmaid, by Antoine Titus and Frederic-Auguste Blache, Theatre le la Porte St

Ballerina Louise Pierson as Ida in La Laitiere Suisse, 1823
Ballet dancer Louise Pierson as Ida in the ballet pantomime La Laitiere Suisse or The Swiss Milkmaid by Antoine Titus and Frederic-Auguste Blache, Theatre de la Porte St. Martin, 1823

Woman in a Milkmaid bonnet over hairstyle with curls, Bonnet a la Laitiere. Handcoloured lithograph by de Laubadere from Octave Uzannes Stylish Hairstyle or Eccentric Finery from the era of King

French womens fashions of 1790: with milkmaids bonnet, bonnet a la laitiere. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France

Milking Time, Addiscombe, 1883 (w / c on paper)
CRD127291 Milking Time, Addiscombe, 1883 (w/c on paper) by Petherick, Rosa (1872-1932); 11x20.9 cm; Croydon Art Collection, Museum of Croydon, UK; eCroydon Art Collection; English, out of copyright

Milk Below Maids, Plate 2 from the Cries of London (coloured engraving)
GHL65420 Milk Below Maids, Plate 2 from the Cries of London (coloured engraving) by Wheatley, Francis (1747-1801) (after); London Metropolitan Archives

The Young Milkmaid
CW16516 The Young Milkmaid by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Private Collection; eChristopher Wood Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

FRENCH MILK SELLER
La laitiere, a French milk seller carrying churns Date: 1850

Laitiere Paul Gavarni French 1804-1866 Lithograph
Laitiere. Paul Gavarni (French, 1804-1866). Lithograph

The Sweep and the Milkmaid (book illustration)
BAL8391 Sunbeams, 1890 by Johnson, Edward Killingworth (1825-1923); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Laitiere Bruxelloise. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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"Laitiere: A Symbol of Tradition and Beauty" In the enchanting world of art, the figure of a laitiere, or milkmaid, has captivated audiences for centuries. From delicate engravings to vibrant oil paintings, this iconic character has been immortalized in various forms across different cultures. One such portrayal can be found in "Milk below Maids, " plate 2 of "The Cries of London. " This colored engraving showcases the bustling streets as milkmaids gracefully carry their precious cargo. Their presence evokes a sense of nostalgia and reminds us of simpler times. Another depiction is seen in "A Milkmaid" from c. 1853, an oil painting that captures the rustic charm and innocence associated with these hardworking women. The artist skillfully portrays her against a backdrop filled with lush green fields and grazing cows, emphasizing her connection to nature. "The Return from the Fields, " painted in 1886, transports us to rural landscapes where milkmaids play an integral role in agricultural life. With their traditional attire and baskets full of fresh produce, they symbolize abundance and sustenance. Traveling further afield brings us to Switzerland's "Milkmaid of Bern" from the 19th century. This representation highlights regional costumes adorned by these dairy workers while showcasing cultural diversity within Europe. Beyond visual arts, dance also pays homage to laitieres through performers like Charles-Francois Mazurier and Louise Pierson. In elaborate productions such as "La Laitiere Suisse, " ballerinas donned bonnets reminiscent of milkmaids' headwear over hairstyles adorned with curls – merging elegance with simplicity. Fashion history reveals how this timeless image influenced French women's styles during the late 18th century. Bonnets resembling those worn by laitieres became popular accessories paired with fashionable gowns – blending elements from both urban sophistication and rural traditions.