Maids Collection (page 10)

The Birth of the Virgin (oil on panel)
XIR184721 The Birth of the Virgin (oil on panel) by Master of the Life of Virgin Mary, (15th century); 85x105 cm; Alte Pinakothek, Munich, Germany; Italian, out of copyright

The Birth of the Virgin, detail of servants in the background, 1504-08 (oil on canvas)
XIR204962 The Birth of the Virgin, detail of servants in the background, 1504-08 (oil on canvas) (detail of 352330) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); Galleria dell Accademia Carrara, Bergamo

Bedroom Interior with Mother and New-Born Child (oil on panel)
BAL178008 Bedroom Interior with Mother and New-Born Child (oil on panel) by Vrel or Frel, Jacobus (fl.1654-62); 71x58.5 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Dutch, out of copyright

The Sultana Served by her Eunuchs (oil on canvas)
XIR177526 The Sultana Served by her Eunuchs (oil on canvas) by Loo, Charles-Amedee-Philippe van (1719-95); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nice

Europe and the bull, Abraham Bloteling, Nicolaes Pietersz. Berchem, 1655 - 1690

The Toilet: Young woman at her Dressing Table (oil on canvas)
XIR13019 The Toilet: Young woman at her Dressing Table (oil on canvas) by Pater, Jean-Baptiste Joseph (1695-1736); 47x37.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Toilette)

Jesus at the Home of Martha and Mary (oil on canvas)
XIR220253 Jesus at the Home of Martha and Mary (oil on canvas) by Bouillon, Michel de (17th century); 196x275 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Arras, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Bathsheba at her Toilet, 1594 (oil on canvas)
XOS1219814 Bathsheba at her Toilet, 1594 (oil on canvas) by Cornelisz. van Haarlem, Cornelis (1562-1638); 77.5x64 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Bathsheba)

Le Cellier (oil on canvas)
XIR121297 Le Cellier (oil on canvas) by Snyders or Snijders, Frans (1579-1657); 220.2x253 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Susanna Bathing, Abraham de Bruyn, 1570

Concert (coloured engraving)
XIR181837 Concert (coloured engraving) by Eishi, Hosoda (1756-1829); Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Japanese, out of copyright

The Birth of the Virgin, 1514 (fresco) (see also 61996, 62001 and 62002)
XAL175008 The Birth of the Virgin, 1514 (fresco) (see also 61996, 62001 and 62002) by Sarto, Andrea del (1486-1530); Santissima Annunziata, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

High Life Below Stairs, engraved by Caldwell, pub. in 1772 (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF106614 High Life Below Stairs, engraved by Caldwell, pub. in 1772 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Collet, John (c.1725-80) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Harriet Smithson as Miss Dorillon, in Wives as They Were, and Maids as They
Harriet Smithson as Miss Dorillon, in " Wives as They Were, and Maids as They Are" by Elizabeth Inchbald, George Clint, 1770-1854, British

Japan - Geisha Girl - posing at home with two house staff
Japan - Geisha Girl - posing at her home with two house staff Date: circa 1910s

Two Housemaids and toddler - Edwardian England Date: circa 1900s

Cook and Kitchen maid, Parlour Maid and Scullery maids. Headpiece from Isabella Beeton The Book of Household Management, London, 1901. Wood engraving

Nursemaid, Footman, Coachman, Butler and Parlour maids. Headpiece from Isabella Beeton The Book of Household Management, London, 1901. Wood engraving

Las Meninas (The Maids of Honour), 1656. Oil on canvas. Portrait by Diego Velasquez (1599-1660) Spanish painter. Infanta Margarita Teresa attended by maids of honour, chaperone, bodyguard

Las Meninas (The Maids of Honour) 1656. Painting by Diego Velazquez 1599 - 1660, Spanish painter in the court of King Philip IV

The Princess Louise Home for fatherless and orphaned girls, Wanstead, Essex, England, which took in 40 to 50 girls a year

Sandwich-carrots! Dainty Sandwich Carrots, A Buxom Girl Pushing A Wheelbarrow Of Carrots Along Bond Street, Looking Over Her Shoulder At An Older Man, Possibly The Son Of John Montagu

Nurses with two little girls
Two little girls sit on the lap of their nurse, another nurse standing behind them. c. 1910

Elderly maid digging in the garden c. 1910

Romance of Tristan and Iseult. Iseult surrounded by her maids. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Chantilly. Mus饠 Cond頨 Cond頍 useum)

Ewarts Califont Hot Water Supply, 1927
Advertisement for Ewarts Califont Hot Water Supply, advising you to just turn the tap to enjoy hot, running water. Beyond a bathroom, a maid does the washing in a large butlers sink. Date: 1927

A Study in Contrasts at La Plage by Laurie Tayler
A young woman in a fashionable, sporty green swimsuit emerges from the sea at Le Touquet to be met by her elderly maid with a towel. Date: 1927

The famous Russell Bros. in the pretentious oddity, Maids to order by Frank Dumont and Wm. F. Carrol. Date c1898

Domestic Servants Insurance Act - Comic Postcard
Domestic Servants Insurance Act " I don t care how often I get hurt now, I am insured." A bandgaged housemaid shows her delight at the terms of the Domestic Servants Insurance Act

Maid presents dry-cleaned dress to a lady
A lady looks delighted as a maid presents her with a frock that has paid a visit to Achille Serre Ltd, the famous cleaners and dyers. Date: 1927

Maid answering the door
Did You Ring Sir? Maid answering the door Date: ca. 1847

The Servants Insurance Act - Are we downhearted? No! Three housemaids show delight at the terms of the Domestic Servants Insurance Act

Servants fair
Servants-fair, Vasteras, Sweden. Date: 1858

Coffee morning
Coffee party at Ostersund, early 1900s. The maid will be pouring the coffee. Date: 1900s

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1925
Hot water instantly night or day, just turn on the tap - Date: 1925

Advert for Ewarts Califront hot water 1927
Advertisement for Ewarts baths and geysers, with a picture of a maid bringing a tray of morning tea to her mistress, who is still reclinging in bed, and clearly too busy to even switch on her bath

Kitchen Maid
A maid, named Ruth, by the stove, 1905. Date: 1905

Cooks in the kitchen
Kitchen, Malmo, Sweden 1904. Date: 1904

Kingsteignton Maypole
The May Queen and her Maids of Honour (and one boy!) by the Maypole, at the Ram Roasting Fair, Kingsteignton, Devon, England, held annually on Whitsun Monday. Date: 1950s

E Richards. Mary, Mary, quite contrary
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow. Silver bells and cockle shells, and pretty maids all of a row. 20th century

Maid Packs her Bags
Unable to cope with the drudgery of being an Edwardian servant, the scullery maid packs her bags in her bedroom. Date: early 1900s (re-enactment)

Avelina / Lancaster / Hill
AVELINA COUNTESS OF LANCASTER Wife of Edmund Crouchback (Founder and Earl of Lancaster) Date: - 1269?

French Ladys Maid
A maid helps her mistress with her toilette Date: 1847

Old Maids / Postman / Mail
Two unmarried women of a certain age, waiting to see what the postman has for them - could it be Valentines Day? Date: circa 1910

Gout complications, satirical artwork
Gout complications. Satirical artwork titled: The Burden of Wealth. The overweight man being wheeled around in a chair is intended to illustrate the health problems associated with wealth

In the Wash-House
In the wash-house Date: 1906

Servant drinking tea
A servant has a nice sit down and a cup of tea

Robert Herrick in his Devonshire home
My maid (my Prue), by good luck sent, to save that little, fates me gave or lent. Robert Herrick (1591 - 1674), English poet, in the garden of his home in Devonshire

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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.