Maids Collection

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, 1953
General view of the State Procession down the Nave led by H. M. The Queen, flanked by her Maids of Honour after the Coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey on June 2nd 1953. 1953

The Mikado at the Savoy
Sketches from The Mikado at the Savoy Theatre in London: The Mikado (Mr R. Temple), Nanki-Pooh (Mr Durward Lely), Katisha (Miss Brandram), Pooh-Bah (Mr R)

The Birth of the Virgin, Brussels Workshop, c. 1510 (tapestry)
XIR240906 The Birth of the Virgin, Brussels Workshop, c.1510 (tapestry) by Flemish School, (16th century); St. Sauveur Cathedral, Aix-en-Provence, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Lady Rosemary Spencer-Churchill (born 1929), married name Muir, youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough. Pictured in The Illustrated London News in 1953 when she was selected to be

Lady Jane Vane-Tempest-Stewart, elder daughter of the Marquess of Londonderry and the later Marchioness of Londonderry, was chosen by the Queen as one of the six maids of honour to carry her train at

Odysseus & Penelope
Having killed the Suitors, the hero Odysseus (Ulysses) embraces his faithful wife, Penelope, while two adoring maids watch them

Aristocratic French lady bathing and dressing
An aristocratic French lady is helped by her maids to bathe and dress

Odyssey / Penelope / Gorguet
Penelope with her maids, weaving a shroud for her father-in-law. (She unravelled this every night because she had promised to chose one of her Suitors as soon as it was completed)

The Queen wearing the imperial crown, members of the royal family, and maids of honour, on the balcony at the palace for the fly-past of the RAF following her Coronation on 2nd June 1953. 1953

Golfer and his caddy
A Golfer and his caddy - characters from Three Little Maids a musical by Paul Rubens - Mr G.P. Huntley in the role of Cheyne and Mr Carroll in the role of Cupid. The show opened in 1902

Penelope Brings the Bow
At Ithaca, Odysseus despondent wife Penelope and her maids bring Odysseus bow to the Suitors. If any of them are strong enough to string it, they win her hand

Amorous Footman
AMOROUS FOOTMAN - James, I saw you kiss one of the maids. - When would that have been, my lady ? - About four o clock. - Oh yes, my lady, that would be Jane

Dinner, Servants Hall
Dinner in the servants hall of a large household : the butler presides, with housekeeper, ladys maids, housemaids and footmen ranged in order of seniority

Parlour Maid and Scullery maids, 1901 (engraving)
537322 Parlour Maid and Scullery maids, 1901 (engraving); (add.info.: Cook and Kitchen maid, Parlour Maid and Scullery maids)

The lady of the house returning home, 1950
3478048 The lady of the house returning home, 1950; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the lady of the house returning home. Dated 20th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Maids from adjoining terraced houses making the most of ''sweeping the steps'' as an opportunity for a
3478238 Maids from adjoining terraced houses making the most of ''sweeping the steps'' as an opportunity for a good gossip

Nursemaid, Footman, Coachman, Butler and Parlour maids, 1901 (engraving)
537318 Nursemaid, Footman, Coachman, Butler and Parlour maids, 1901 (engraving); (add.info.: Nursemaid, Footman, Coachman, Butler and Parlour maids)

Miss Harriet Constance Smithson as Miss Dorrillon in "Wives as They Were
FLO4594957 Miss Harriet Constance Smithson as Miss Dorrillon in "Wives as They Were and Maids as They Are" the Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The ironers
Christine von Diepenbroek

Two Maid-Servants at a Brook, mid-18th-early 19th century. Creator: Per Hillestrom
Two Maid-Servants at a Brook, mid-18th-early 19th century

The Queen's Visit to Birmingham - Her Majesty's Bedroom, Stoneleigh Abbey, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Queen's Visit to Birmingham - Her Majesty's Bedroom, Stoneleigh Abbey, 1858. Her Majesty honoured Lord Leigh by sleeping at his family mansion, Stoneleigh Abbey

Two maids airing a mat in front of a town hall, 1874-1927. Creator: Johan Antonie de Jonge
Two maids airing a mat in front of a town hall, 1874-1927

Dienstmeisjes op de Leidsegracht, c.1890-c.1900. Creator: Isaac Lazerus Israels
Maids on the Leidsegracht, c.1890-c.1900. (The Leidsegracht is a canal in Amsterdam)

Bathsheba at her Toilet, 1594. Creator: Cornelis Cornelisz van Haarlem
Bathsheba at her Toilet, 1594. Other Title(s): Bathsheba in the Bath

Two little maids from school, Chinatown, San Francisco, between 1896 and 1906. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Two little maids from school, Chinatown, San Francisco, between 1896 and 1906

Le soir. Creators: Joseph de Longueil, Charles Eisen
Le soir

La jolie fermiere. Creators: Joseph de Longueil, Charles Eisen
La jolie fermiere

Portrait - Saluki
Vertigo Artography

Old ladies, Piece Hall Halifax - 1
Dressed in identical raincoats and woolly hats, twin old ladies stand in the Piece Hall square, Halifax, West Yorkshire, and eat their ice creams. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989

Nanny on humorous British postcard - 1927
3784505 Nanny on humorous British postcard - 1927; (add.info.: Nanny on humorous British postcard - 1927. Showing nursemaid who has to choose between one suitor in the army and one in the navy)

Old ladies, Piece Hall Halifax - 2
Dressed in identical raincoats and woolly hats, twin old ladies stand in the Piece Hall square, Halifax, West Yorkshire, and eat their ice creams. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: 1989

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

Domestic servants, England, Victorian period

Servants washing dishes early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Turkey. Constantinople. Ottoman era. The Sultan's bath
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Constantinople (today Istanbul). The Sultan's bath. Engraving by Lemaitre, Lalaisse and Arnout

A French Interior
This oil painting depicts an interior of a room, with an old French woman grabbing a jug from the table, she is wearing a white maid's bonnet. Date: circa 1922

Lever Brothers Advertisement, Lux
An illustrated advertisement for Lever Brothers Limited, promoting Lux, a product for washing dainty fabrics, a box of which can be seen in the hand of the central woman in the picture

Bride and Groom in the Schwalm valley
Bride and Groom wedding day in the Schwalm valley. Wearing the traditional clothing of Schwalm valley Germany. They are wearing big head dresses. Date: 1912

Bridesmaids in the Schwalm valley. Wearing the traditional clothing of Schwalm valley Germany. They are wearing head dresses of flowered silk ribbon. Date: 1912

Beautiful Gruss Aus Bavarian postcard
The card shows revellers in a crowd in festive costumes - soldiers, musicians and serving maids etc.It is from Fuerther-Kirchweih which is famous for its festivals. Date: circa 1900

Tomb of Princess Yongtai
Detail of fresco decorating the tomb of Princess Yongtai in Xian city in Shaanxi province in China. Li Xianhui, recognised posthumously as the Princess Yongtai in 706

Moliere reading a just written comedy to his maid, Moliere, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, 1622, 1673, France, Historical
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Der Dienstbotenmarkt, ein Stellenmarkt fuer Knechte und Maaede, im Elsass in Frankreich, The servants market
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Cottage of Old Maids of Lee, North Devon by W. Carruthers Affleck

Kitchen Maid, Butcher and Boy around a Table (oil on canvas)
471543 Kitchen Maid, Butcher and Boy around a Table (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 20.3x28.2 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Detail of Afternoon Tea, 1778 (oil on canvas)
490051 Detail of Afternoon Tea, 1778 (oil on canvas) by Garemyn, Jan-Anton (1712-99); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490050.); © Art in Flanders

Afternoon Tea, 1778 (oil on canvas)
490050 Afternoon Tea, 1778 (oil on canvas) by Garemyn, Jan-Anton (1712-99); 59x93.5 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Maid tidying a worn-out bed (colour litho)
3096369 Maid tidying a worn-out bed (colour litho) by Sager, Xavier (1870-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maid tidying a worn-out bed. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

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In the grandeur of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, maids played an essential role behind the scenes, ensuring every detail was flawlessly executed. From dressing Lady Jane Vane-Tempest-Stewart for her attendance at The Mikado at the Savoy to assisting Lady Rosemary Spencer-Churchill with her elegant attire, these dedicated individuals were indispensable. Drawing inspiration from ancient tales like Odysseus and Penelope, maids embodied loyalty and devotion. Just as an aristocratic French lady trusted her maid to assist in bathing and dressing rituals, so did Queen Elizabeth rely on them to prepare her for public appearances, such as when she wore the imperial crown with grace. Beyond their duties within royal households, maids extended their support to various realms. A golfer's caddy mirrored a maid's attentiveness by providing assistance throughout a game. Even an amorous footman found solace in his love interest among fellow staff members. The echoes of mythology continued as maids emulated Penelope's strength and determination when faced with challenges. They brought forth bows symbolizing resilience just as Penelope did during Odysseus' absence. In bustling dinner gatherings held in servants' halls, they orchestrated seamless service while maintaining utmost professionalism. They have always been more than mere attendants; they are pillars of support who ensure that those they serve shine brightly. Whether it be through historical events or mythical tales, their dedication remains unwavering across time and cultures - forever embodying grace and diligence in every task they undertake.