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Servants hiring office, Berlin, Germany, 1874
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Servants hiring office, Berlin, Germany, 1874
Servants hiring office, Berlin, Germany, 1874. Illustration showing modestly dressed women at the door of a hiring office, talking and showing their references to prospective employers. Plate taken from the Illustrated London News, 28th November 1874. The adjoining article makes reference to the difficulties faced by women of the working class who try and find work in the penny-pinching households of Berlin. Whereas the house staff in London neighbourhoods enjoyed a far easier and more secure life than their German counterparts
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of Berlin, Germany, in 1874. The image showcases a bustling scene outside a Servants hiring office, where modestly dressed women eagerly gather to seek employment opportunities. Engrossed in conversation and clutching their references tightly, these determined individuals hope to secure positions as domestic help for prospective employers. The accompanying article sheds light on the challenges faced by working-class women striving to find work within penny-pinching households of Berlin. A striking comparison is drawn between the lives of house staff in London neighborhoods and their German counterparts, highlighting the stark differences in terms of ease and security enjoyed by each group. Through this monochrome snapshot from the Illustrated London News dated November 28th, 1874, we are transported back to an era when gender roles were strictly defined and economic hardships plagued many families. This poignant visual serves as a reminder of the struggles endured by women seeking employment during that time period. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive and made available through Heritage Images, this historical print offers us valuable insights into societal dynamics and labor practices prevalent during the nineteenth century. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and our ongoing quest for equal opportunities regardless of gender or social standing.
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