HOUSEMAID WITH BROOM

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HOUSEMAID WITH BROOM

A French housemaid in a mob cap and long skirts rests a moment from her sweeping with one hand on her hip Date: circa 1835

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1835 Broom Cleaning Housemaid Housemaids Maid Moment Rests Servants Skirts Sweeping

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a moment of respite for a French housemaid as she pauses from her cleaning duties, circa 1835. Dressed in the traditional attire of a mob cap and long skirts, she rests one hand on her hip, exuding a sense of weariness yet quiet confidence in her role as a servant. The broom leans against her side, a constant companion in her daily routine of maintaining a clean and orderly household. The housemaid's appearance is reminiscent of the era's idealized vision of domestic service, with the mob cap signifying subservience and the long skirts providing a modest and feminine silhouette. The image also highlights the physical labor involved in the role of a housemaid, as she balances the demands of her job with moments of rest and reflection. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily life of a housemaid during the 19th century. It also underscores the importance of domestic service in maintaining the social order of the time, as well as the role of women in the workforce. The image is a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication required to keep a household running smoothly, and the quiet dignity and resilience of the women who performed these tasks.

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