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A High Class Chinese Lady and her Servant
A High Class Chinese Lady pictured with her Servant. Date: circa 1905
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Footstool Holds Housemaid Maid Rich Servant Serving Staff Status Wealthy
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This photograph, taken circa 1905, depicts a high class Chinese lady and her devoted servant in a tranquil domestic scene. The elegant lady, dressed in traditional Chinese attire, sits gracefully on a plush footstool, her hands delicately holding a fan. Her servant, attired in the simple yet practical garb of a housemaid, stands attentively behind her, ready to fulfill her every need. The contrast between the wealthy lady's opulence and her servant's humble appearance underscores the social hierarchy of the time. The lady's refined demeanor and the servant's subservient posture are emblematic of the rigid class distinctions that characterized Chinese society during the early 20th century. Despite the vast gulf in their social standing, a bond of mutual respect and loyalty exists between the two women. The servant's unwavering devotion to her mistress is evident in her attentive gaze and the slight smile that plays on her lips. The lady, in turn, bestows upon her servant a look of affection and appreciation, acknowledging the essential role her servant plays in maintaining her comfortable and luxurious lifestyle. This photograph offers a glimpse into the intricacies of Chinese domestic life during a bygone era, revealing the intricate interplay of power, status, and loyalty that existed between high class women and their servants.
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