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Poster Print : The House Maid, 1910. Creator: William McGregor Paxton
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The House Maid, 1910. Creator: William McGregor Paxton
The House Maid, 1910
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Media ID 20772039
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Awata Ware Duster Feather Duster Figurine Housemaid Housework Literacy Maid Ornament Ornaments Porcelain Qing Dynasty Quing Dynasty Servant Servants Stationery Vase Vases William Mcgregor Paxton
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring timeless elegance into your home with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "The House Maid, 1910" by renowned artist William McGregor Paxton. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases a graceful house maid in period attire, exuding a sense of tranquility and refinement. Add this exquisite piece to your decor and transport yourself back in time, enhancing the ambiance of any room with its classic charm.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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The House Maid, 1910
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by William McGregor Paxton is a captivating oil painting that beautifully captures the essence of domestic life in early 20th century America. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of color brings this scene to life, showcasing the everyday work of a Chinese housemaid during the Qing Dynasty. In this enchanting artwork, we see a side view profile of the maid engrossed in her task, feather duster in hand as she delicately tends to an array of exquisite porcelain vases and ceramic figurines. The soft light filtering through the window illuminates her surroundings, emphasizing both her focused concentration and the ornamental beauty surrounding her. What sets this painting apart is not just its aesthetic appeal but also its deeper symbolism. Through "The House Maid". Paxton highlights themes such as literacy and education, as we observe the maid engrossed in reading a book amidst her duties. This portrayal challenges societal norms at that time when access to education was limited for many women. This print from Heritage Images serves as a visual testament to Paxton's artistic prowess and his ability to capture moments frozen in time with remarkable precision. It invites us into an intimate glimpse of history while celebrating the often overlooked contributions made by individuals like housemaids who played vital roles within households. Displayed proudly at National Gallery of Art Washington, this masterpiece continues to inspire viewers with its timeless beauty and thought-provoking narrative about labor, culture, and empowerment.
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