Maid Collection (page 8)

Tapestry representing David Who Meets the Priest Achimelech, work kept in the Counterfacade of the Cathedral of Como Como Cathedral Tapestry Late Renaissance, Renaissance

Marble bas-relief representing the presepe, preserved in the parish church in St Maria in Arezzo Arezzo St Maria parish church Low Relief, Basrelief Middle Ages, Europe

Silver situla with the depiction of Aphrodite Bathing. Originating from Herculaneum conserved in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples Naples National Archaeological Museum Vase Roman Art

The Nativity of Jesus Christ. Bas-relief attributed to Fra Guglielmo located in the Cathedral of Pisa. Pisa Cathedral. Low Relief, Basrelief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Nude maid-servant as shieldholder; work of the School of Agostino di Duccio in the inner frame of the Malatestian Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatestian Temple Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Detail of a cornice with maid holding a shield, inside the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Tempio Malatestiano Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Maid who prepares the dough for beer, polychrome wood, Egyptian Art in the Sixth Dynasty (2350 BC-2190 BC), Archaeological Museum, Florence Florence Archaeological Museum Sculpture Sixth Dynasty

Pluteus with the Birth of Jesus. Byzantine age work preserved in the former Church of San Donato, now the Archaeological Museum of Zara, Croatia Croatia Zara, Museum and ex-Church of St

Maid-servant as shieldholder with checked coat-of-arms; work by the School of Agostino di Duccio in the inner frame of the Malatestian Temple

Maid-servant as shieldholder with quarted coat-of-arms; work by the School of Agostino di Duccio in the frame, Malatestian Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatestian Temple Statue Early Renaissance

Detail of a frame with maid-servant as shieldholder with quarted coat-of-arms; work by the School of Agostino di Duccio, Malatestian Temple, Rimini Rimini Malatestian Temple Statue Early Renaissance

Detail of the English-manufactured cope given by Tommaso Paleologo to Pope Pius II and preserved in the Cathedral museum in Pienza Pienza Cathedral Museum Cope Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Tapestry depicting Cleopatra at Her Toilette, made in Florence, in the Royal Apartments of the Palazzo Pitti, Florence Florence Palazzo Pitti, Royal Apartments Tapestry Baroque

Tapestry of the Dame with the unicorn representing the sense of hearing. Work by Flemish school preserved in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, Paris France Paris

Tapestry of a Dame with a unicorn representing the sense of taste. Work by the Flemish school preserved in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, Paris France Paris

Tapestry of the Dame with the unicorn representing the sense of smell. Work by Flemish school preserved in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, Paris France Paris

Tapestry of the Dame with the unicorn; "a mon seul desir". Work by Flemish school preserved in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, Paris France Paris

Marriage of Venus. Fresco dating from the third Pompeiian style, located in the House of Marco Lucrezio Frontone in the archaeological zone of Pompeii Pompeii Archaeological Site

Panel of the main door of Pisa Cathedral representing the birth of the Virgin, sculptural work by the School of Giambologna Pisa Tile Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Panel from the pulpit by Nicola Pisano, with the Nativity of Jesus Christ. Work preserved in the Baptistry of Pisa Pisa Baptistry High Relief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Birth of John the Baptist, detail by Antonio del Pollaiolo, part of the silver altar of the Baptistry of San Giovanni in Florence

The old bachelor, 1836 (illustration)
7485443 The old bachelor, 1836 (illustration) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: The old bachelor)

The great Panjandrum himself
3672356 The great Panjandrum himself by Caldecott, Randolph (1846-86); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: The great Panjandrum himself by Foote, Samuel)

The great Panjandrum himself
3672355 The great Panjandrum himself by Caldecott, Randolph (1846-86); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: The great Panjandrum himself by Foote, Samuel)

Bathsheba (oil on canvas)
8376035 Bathsheba (oil on canvas) by Thys, Peter (Thyssen or Thijs) (1624-1677); 197.5x242.7 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Kitchen at Mount Vernon, 1857 (oil on canvas)
7444457 Kitchen at Mount Vernon, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Johnson, Eastman (1824-1906); 35.6 x 53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By Eastman Johnson); Photo © Christie's Images

The Bachelor's Breakfast Table, 1885 (oil on panel)
NGW184216 The Bachelor's Breakfast Table, 1885 (oil on panel) by Clark, Joseph Benwell (1857-c.1880); 30.8x39.5 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

The Kitchen (oil on canvas)
NGW239405 The Kitchen (oil on canvas) by Gilman, Harold (1876-1919); National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

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Portrait of the Mother, Brother and Sister of the Artist, 1853 (oil on canvas)
XIR81888 Portrait of the Mother, Brother and Sister of the Artist, 1853 (oil on canvas) by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; (add.info.: Portrait of Mother)

Comic postcard, Woman kneeling in bed, praying for a man Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Servant and angry mistress Date: 20th century

Saint Joan the Maid by Kay Nielsen. How Joan the Maid of Lorraine saw visions and was called upon to deliver France... Date: 1920

Isle of Wight Guesthouse - Occupants and Staff
The guests and some of the staff of an unamed Guesthouse. The sign on the right of the doorway reads: Orders received for Meguyers Omnibus which suggests this photograph was possibly taken

A Rustic Beauty, from the Pears Annual, 1912 (litho)
BAL9686 A Rustic Beauty, from the Pears Annual, 1912 (litho) by Affleck, William (1869-1943); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Joan of Arc, the maid of Orleans, Jeanne d Arc, pucelle d Orleans, 1410-1431. She wears a suit of armour with yellow gaubisson (pourpoint) beneath

Lady Anne Coke, later Lady Glenconner, one of the Queens maids of honour at the 1953 Coronation. She was the eldest daughter of the Earl and Countess of Leicester and married Colin Tennant

Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham
Robin Hood tricks the Sheriff of Nottingham (and robs him of his gold). circa 1195

Brussels allegorical tapestry depicting the month of December from
3481833 Brussels allegorical tapestry depicting the month of December from The Medallion Months, c.1525 (wool & silk) by Orley

Lady Macbeth Sleepwalking, illustration from Macbeth
CHT167927 Lady Macbeth Sleepwalking, illustration from Macbeth by William Shakespeare (1564-1616) c.1900 (litho) by Scheiner

The Lady and the Unicorn: Taste (tapestry)
XIR11821 The Lady and the Unicorn: Taste (tapestry) by French School, (15th century); 375x460 cm; Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; (add.info.: The Lady has the Unicorn)

Scene from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens (colour litho)
818442 Scene from The Old Curiosity Shop, by Charles Dickens (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Old Curiosity Shop)

T. V. Golden Girl Anne Aston, 26, is playing the title role in the "
T.V. Golden Girl Anne Aston, 26, is playing the title role in the " Goldilocks and the Three Bears" in her third panto season

Comic Valentines Postcard - Old Maid about to be blown up
Comic Valentines Postcard - Some seriously racey language punning against an image of an Old Maid about to be blown up. 1908

Comic postcard - arrival of a new baby
Humorous comic postcard - arrival of a new baby. Mother and Child doing well - Not a word about Father....!! 1909

people at a fountain in Italy, by Ludwig des Coudres
Italian scene with people at a fountain. Lithograph after a painting by Ludwig des Coudres (German painter, 1820 - 1878), published in 1861

Appy Ampstead on a Bank Holiday, 1900, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Appy Ampstead on a Bank Holiday, 1900, (1933)....maid servants...still wore the badge of their status - the apron - even on their day out

The Maid was in the Garden, Hanging out the Clothes, 1880. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
The Maid was in the Garden, Hanging out the Clothes, 1880. From " Sing a Song of Sixpence", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [George Routledge & Sons, London, 1880]

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In the midst of historical masterpieces and iconic characters, the maid emerges as a silent but significant figure. Between Two Fires, c1892, captures her essence with delicate strokes by Francis Davis Millet. Judi Trott embodies Maid Marion's grace and strength in her portrayal alongside Errol Flynn as Robin Hood. As Les Miserables' publication is advertised through an enchanting poster, we catch a glimpse of a maid who may have played a pivotal role in this tale of revolution and redemption. Traveling back to 1935, we encounter the Female Type/Maid - an embodiment of elegance and professionalism. A Meet of the New Forest Buck-Hounds at Fountain Court, Broo transports us to an era where maids were not only caretakers but also witnesses to grand events. Music takes center stage as we explore Mikado's music sheet; even amidst cultural performances like Il noce di Benevento ballet sketch from Milan or scenes from Mozart's opera The Marriage of Figaro (Le Nozze di Figaro), maids find their place within these artistic narratives. Yet amidst all their duties, even French maids deserve moments to rest and rejuvenate. Taking a break from their demanding roles, they remind us that self-care is essential for everyone. The Kennel Maid stands tall among her furry companions in Leatherhead's Church Street - showcasing how love extends beyond humans into the animal kingdom. In every corner of history and artistry alike, maids leave indelible imprints on our collective memory - reminding us that their contributions are woven intricately into society's fabric.