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Life H Collection

Life in the 19th century was a tapestry of diverse moments, captured beautifully by artist Henriette Browne

Background imageLife H Collection: Le Coucher

Le Coucher
circa 1850: An engraving entitled Le Coucher, bys Freudeberg. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Maidservant

Maidservant
circa 1870: A Victorian maid carrying a tray with a drink on it. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Bedroom Toilette

Bedroom Toilette
circa 1780: A Parisian lady is prepared for her evening toilette by her maids. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family Group

Family Group
1865: A large family group gathered outside their house in 1865. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Chinese Cook

Chinese Cook
circa 1910: A Chinese woman cooking at a stove. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Italian Women

Italian Women
circa 1870: Italian womenfolk sit outside a house. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Domestic Help

Domestic Help
circa 1878: Domestic help in the 19th century. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Churning Butter

Churning Butter
circa 1830: Two women churn butter in a German dairy. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Drawing Room

Drawing Room
circa 1900: Two young men sitting in a drawing room. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family And Pets

Family And Pets
1864: A family group gathered on an outside staircase with a parrot in a cage. They also have a gun-dog and some dead pheasants, one of them is cleaning his gun. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family Group

Family Group
circa 1869: A family group. Embroidering and reading are taking up their spare time. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Garden Time

Garden Time
circa 1865: A family in their garden relax after a game of croquet. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Outdoor Refreshments

Outdoor Refreshments
circa 1895: A family enjoying refreshments outdoors. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Cottage Life

Cottage Life
4th April 1896: A couple are sitting by their cottage fireside in the evening. She is mending, he is reading. (Photo by F. Marsh/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Woman Praying

Woman Praying
circa 1875: A woman leans against her bed in an attitude of prayer. Woman Praying by Henry Holiday. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Singal Parent

Singal Parent
circa 1880: A father coping alone with his five chilldren. Original Publication: From a painting by Thomas Faed, RA. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Look Darling

Look Darling
circa 1860: A mother and daughter looking at some collectors prints. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Harem Women

Harem Women
circa 1870: A white lady in crinoline, attended by two women, in a harem in Cairo. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Kitchen Range

Kitchen Range
circa 1870: A kitchen range. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family Teatime

Family Teatime
An Edwardian family having tea. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea
A Victorian party taking afternoon tea in the garden. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family Pianist

Family Pianist
circa 1870: A young woman plays Chopin at the piano while a child takes tea in the ajoining room. An engraving by FM Bredt. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Household Staff

Household Staff
circa 1885: The owners of a large Victorian house and their servants. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Sunlight Soap

Sunlight Soap
circa 1890: A woman hangs up her washing on the line while her child tries to catch a robin using a propped-up basket and a length of string

Background imageLife H Collection: Dressmaker

Dressmaker
circa 1865: A Victorian woman dressmaking in a well lit parlour. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Serving Wench

Serving Wench
1847: A tall young woman with long hair rests a bucket on a fence whilst doing her household chores. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Lady-Helps

Lady-Helps
circa 1890: A young servant in a maids uniform carrying a glass on a tray. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family Portrait

Family Portrait
circa 1900: A Chinese father posing with his children. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Highland Washing

Highland Washing
circa 1910: Women and girls washing clothes in a Highland stream. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Courting Couples

Courting Couples
circa 1887: A soldier kissing a girl over a table, during a meal, with the cat below, by their feet. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Inside A Yurt

Inside A Yurt
circa 1895: A family inside a yurt, a felt covered tent frame, on the boders of Kirgizia, Sinkiang and Tibet, circa 1895. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: American Indians

American Indians
circa 1900: An American native family sits outside their tepee. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Tribal Group

Tribal Group
circa 1890: An American native tribal group outside their decorated tent in tribal dress, though three are wearing Western dress. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Squaw At Home

Squaw At Home
1891: A North American native woman sits in the doorway of her teepee on a reservation in South Dakota. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Hopi Mother

Hopi Mother
circa 1900: American native mother of the Hopi tribe with a child on her back. (Photo by Edward S. Curtis/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Churn It Up

Churn It Up
circa 1850: Butter churning by the hearth in an eighteenth century cottage. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Servants

Servants
circa 1865: A group of well dressed servants. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Family At Leisure

Family At Leisure
circa 1865: The women in a family relaxing with their embroidery and letter writing. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageLife H Collection: Victorian Child

Victorian Child
circa 1870: A little girl playing with a Noahs Arc set. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)


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Life in the 19th century was a tapestry of diverse moments, captured beautifully by artist Henriette Browne. In her series "Le Coucher, " she unveils glimpses into various aspects of life during that era. From the intimate rituals of "Bedroom Toilette" to the warmth shared within a "Family Group, " Browne's paintings transport us back in time. Intriguingly, we are also introduced to cultural encounters like the presence of a skilled "Chinese Cook" and graceful "Italian Women. " These depictions remind us of how different cultures intertwined even then, shaping society as we know it today. The notion of domestic help is explored through scenes such as "Churning Butter, " highlighting the laborious tasks undertaken by those who ensured households ran smoothly. Meanwhile, the elegant setting of a refined "Drawing Room" showcases an environment where conversations and ideas flourished. Browne's artistry extends beyond human connections; she captures tender moments between families and their beloved pets in works like "Family And Pets. " Furthermore, nature takes center stage with enchanting portrayals such as serene moments spent enjoying nature in tranquil gardens during "Garden Time. " Finally, one cannot overlook joyous occasions filled with laughter and camaraderie depicted in scenes like "Outdoor Refreshments. " Here, friends gather under blue skies for leisurely pursuits while savoring each other's company. Through these captivating images from Browne's collection, we glimpse into an era where daily life was marked by both simplicity and complexity. It serves as a reminder that no matter how much time passes or technology advances, human connection remains at the core - transcending borders and cultures alike.