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MAID & MISTRESS MAID & MISTRESS
A maid and her mistress consider an undergarment Date: 1927
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Ladys Maid Maids Mistress Servants Undergarment 1927
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Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet contemplation between a maid and her mistress as they examine an intricately detailed undergarment from the 1920s. The maid, dressed in her uniform of starched cap, apron, and long-sleeved blouse, looks intently at the delicate lace and silk garment, her brow furrowed in concentration. Her mistress, a graceful woman in an elegant gown, leans over her servant's shoulder, her hand gently guiding the maid's gaze to a particular detail. The scene is reminiscent of the close relationship that often existed between a maid and her mistress in the early 20th century. Servants were not just employees, but often became trusted confidantes and companions to their employers. The maid would have been responsible for her mistress's wardrobe, including the care and selection of undergarments, making this moment a shared experience between the two women. The undergarment itself is a testament to the intricacy and beauty of women's fashion during this period. With its lace trim, silk fabric, and intricate boning, it would have been a prized possession, requiring the utmost care and attention. The maid's careful examination of the garment speaks to the importance placed on appearance and presentation in the 1920s, as well as the dedication and expertise of the servants who ensured their employers looked their best. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the relationship between a maid and her mistress was one of mutual respect and trust, and the care and maintenance of one's wardrobe was a shared responsibility between employer and servant.
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