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Maidservants Collection

"Unveiling the Lives of Maidservants: A Glimpse into History and Art" In this captivating collection of artworks spanning across different eras

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Guster, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)

Guster, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
465511 Guster, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya and the Maidservant Suki, (Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya

Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya and the Maidservant Suki, (Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya
2969662 Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya and the Maidservant Suki, (Kakogawa Konami, Oboshi Rikiya, gejo Suki) from the series Models of Love Talk

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Odysseus Nausicaa NausikaAÔé¼ almost naked Odysseus

Odysseus Nausicaa NausikaAÔé¼ almost naked Odysseus
Odysseus and Nausicaa, Odysseus and Nausikaa. The almost naked Odysseus is found after a shipwreck on the beach by Nausikaa who came to wash clothes with her maidservants

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Moses trial pharaoh test little Moses two saucers

Moses trial pharaoh test little Moses two saucers
Moses trial with the pharaoh, To test little Moses, the pharaoh had two saucers brought, one with smoldering coals and the other with cherries - or according to a variant with a ruby set ring

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Elias van Nijmegen Biblical representation Abimelech returns

Elias van Nijmegen Biblical representation Abimelech returns
Elias van Nijmegen, Biblical representation: Abimelech returns Sarah to Abraham, wallpaper painting canvas linen oil painting 321 321 174

Background imageMaidservants Collection: finding Moses rescued Nile maidservants Pharaoh

finding Moses rescued Nile maidservants Pharaoh
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Background imageMaidservants Collection: Two Housemaids and toddler - Edwardian England

Two Housemaids and toddler - Edwardian England Date: circa 1900s

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Servants Pose for Photo

Servants Pose for Photo
Maids and boy pose in their uniform for a photograph with the family dog

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Family at Prayer C1850

Family at Prayer C1850
The whole household, including the maidservants, gather for bible reading and prayer

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Ladys Maids Make Bed

Ladys Maids Make Bed
Two maidservants make their mistresss bed with bolster and pillows

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Enamelled Objects - 2

Enamelled Objects - 2
Enamelled items by Morel of London, the kind of thing that makes Victoriana something you love or loathe. For the maidservants who have to dust them, loathing wins

Background imageMaidservants Collection: Trade / Mending a Chair

Trade / Mending a Chair
Old Chairs to mend - two maidservants bring out chairs to a a pavement chair-mender in the streets of London



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"Unveiling the Lives of Maidservants: A Glimpse into History and Art" In this captivating collection of artworks spanning across different eras, we are transported to a world where maidservants play an integral role in society. From ancient Greece to Edwardian England, these unsung heroes silently weave their stories through time. Our journey begins with an Apulian red-figure pelike adorned with a mesmerizing scene depicting a bride at her toilette. Here, maidservants delicately assist the bride in preparing for her special day, showcasing their indispensable presence even in moments of utmost intimacy. Moving forward, we encounter Guster's enchanting pen and ink illustration from the 1920s. With watercolors adding depth and vibrancy, it portrays maidservants gracefully attending to their duties amidst a bustling household. Their dedication shines through as they navigate daily tasks with unwavering commitment. The Old Curiosity Shop engraving introduces us to The Marchioness and Mr Swiveller—a tale that intertwines the lives of two unlikely companions. In this narrative masterpiece, we witness how maidservants become pillars of support for those they serve, offering solace and friendship during times of adversity. Kakogawa Konami's artwork takes us on a journey through feudal Japan as Oboshi Rikiya is accompanied by his loyal maid servant Suki. This depiction showcases the deep bond between master and servant—an unbreakable connection built on trust and loyalty that transcends societal boundaries. From mythology comes Odysseus Nausicaa NausikaAÔé¼ almost naked Odysseus—wherein Odysseus finds himself vulnerable before Princess Nausicaa after being shipwrecked, and is here that he encounters compassion from unexpected sources—the maidservant who offers him aid when he needs it most—a testament to the inherent kindness and empathy of these unsung heroines.