Domestic Chore Collection

Christ in the house of Mary and Martha, c1618-1622 Artist: Diego Velasquez
Kitchen Scene with Christ in the house of Mary and Martha, c1618-1622. Martha supervises work in the kitchen. A young servant girl, wearing an unhappy expression

Girls putting wood on the fire (chromolitho)
8626920 Girls putting wood on the fire (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls putting wood on the fire)

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293403 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid cleaning. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293397 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid sewing. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Humorous cat postcard (colour litho)
8643334 Humorous cat postcard (colour litho) by Thiele, Carl Robert Arthur (1860-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous cat postcard)

Woam ironing with bad posture (engraving)
8655781 Woam ironing with bad posture (engraving) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woam ironing with bad posture)

A housewife's monthly work throughout the year (colour litho)
8634927 A housewife's monthly work throughout the year (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A housewife's monthly work throughout the year)

Dinner table setting, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634922 Dinner table setting, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinner table setting, mid 1930s)

Advertising card for the Sweeperette Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan (chromolitho)
8677275 Advertising card for the Sweeperette Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293401 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid serving breakfast. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293400 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the market. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Ironing and calendaring machine, 1871
3479208 Ironing and calendaring machine, 1871; (add.info.: Ironing and calendaring machine, heated by steam, gas, jets or a coal fire)

Butcher cutting a piece of steak, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634931 Butcher cutting a piece of steak, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Butcher cutting a piece of steak, mid 1930s)

Plan of work for housewife and one helper, 1930s (colour litho)
8634930 Plan of work for housewife and one helper, 1930s (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of work for housewife and one helper, 1930s)

Plan of work for a small servantless house, mid 1930s (colour litho)
8634929 Plan of work for a small servantless house, mid 1930s (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of work for a small servantless house, mid 1930s)

Plan of work for housewife and one helper, mid 1930s (colour litho)
8634928 Plan of work for housewife and one helper, mid 1930s (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of work for housewife and one helper, mid 1930s)

Lighting in a sitting room, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634926 Lighting in a sitting room, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lighting in a sitting room, mid 1930s)

Housewife at work on the sewing-machine, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634924 Housewife at work on the sewing-machine, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Housewife at work on the sewing-machine, mid 1930s)

Cottage by the River with Washerwomen, 1835 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879741 Cottage by the River with Washerwomen, 1835 (oil on fabric) by Flers, Camille (1802-68); 29.8x46.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Camille Flers).

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293399 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the butcher. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293398 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the bakery shop. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Monopole linen, c.1880-1890 (illustration)
8698389 Monopole linen, c.1880-1890 (illustration) by Roedel, Auguste (1859-1900); (add.info.: Society. Lifestyle. Laundrywoman ironing)

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293402 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid cooks in the kitchen. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Illustration for David Copperfield by Charles Dickens (litho)
8664379 Illustration for David Copperfield by Charles Dickens (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dora's Lamentable Shortcomings in Housekeeping)

Commands: Iron dolly's dress (colour litho)
8651656 Commands: Iron dolly's dress (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iron dolly's dress)

A lighted coal cellar, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634925 A lighted coal cellar, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A lighted coal cellar, mid 1930s)

Larder, mid 1930s (b/w photo)
8634923 Larder, mid 1930s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Larder, mid 1930s)

Advert of "Sutton's Compound Cream of Ammonia". 1907 (lithograph)
FGL5471156 Advert of "Sutton's Compound Cream of Ammonia". 1907 (lithograph); (add.info.: English advertisement for a multi-purpose ammonia product: bath, tableware, carpet washing)

A hand-cranked washer, 1923 (illustration)
7485486 A hand-cranked washer, 1923 (illustration); (add.info.: Advances in laundry at the beginning of the 20th century: a new hand-cranked washer simplifies washing clothes by stirring them in)

Needlework by Candlelight (oil on canvas)
FNP270587 Needlework by Candlelight (oil on canvas) by Shaw, Arthur Winter (1869-1948); 53.3x43 cm; Private Collection.

The pilot's storage sheds, 1928. Creator: Dmitrii Innokent'evich Karatanov
The pilot's storage sheds, 1928. V. I. Surikov Museum of Art in Krasnoiarsk

Woman Sweeping the Yard outside the Inn at Vaugirard, 1865. Creator: Leon Bonvin
Woman Sweeping the Yard outside the Inn at Vaugirard, 1865

Household Work, 1866. Creator: Anders Gustaf Koskull
Household Work, 1866

Milkmaids on the Riverbank, Folio from a Rasikapriya (The Connoisseur's Delights), c1650. Creator: Unknown
Milkmaids on the Riverbank, Folio from a Rasikapriya (The Connoisseur's Delights), c1650

Women in a Kitchen, late 18th century. Creator: Per Hillestrom
Women in a Kitchen, late 18th century

Woman at a Well in an Italian Farmhouse, c1660s. Creator: Unknown
Woman at a Well in an Italian Farmhouse, c1660s

Vessantara Jataka, Chapter 5 (Jujaka), c1920-1940. Creator: Unknown
Vessantara Jataka, Chapter 5 (Jujaka), c1920-1940. The old brahmin Jujaka is poor but has a young, beautiful wife named Amittatapana

Model of a Woman Tending a Fire, 2134-1991 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Model of a Woman Tending a Fire, 2134-1991 B.C

Model of a Woman Grinding Grain, 2134-1991 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Model of a Woman Grinding Grain, 2134-1991 B.C

Shinchunagon Taira no Tomomori Sweeping the Deck, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Shinchunagon Taira no Tomomori Sweeping the Deck, 1886. From Yoshitoshi's Warriors Trembling with Courage. In May 1185, Taira no Tomomori killed himself in the Battle of Dan no ura

Woman at a clothesline, 1848-1888. Creator: Anton Mauve
Woman at a clothesline, 1848-1888

Une femme comme moi...remettre un bouton?... 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
Une femme comme moi...remettre un bouton?... 1844. Une femme comme moi...remettre un bouton?...vous etes fou!... - Allons bon

Women washing clothes, 1828-1879. Creator: Louis Adolphe Hervier
Women washing clothes, 1828-1879

Woman at the Hearth, 1654-1662. Creator: Jacobus Vrel
Woman at the Hearth, 1654-1662

Woman in front of a house in a snowy forest, 1870-1923. Creator: Willem Witsen
Woman in front of a house in a snowy forest, 1870-1923

Figure Stirring a Cauldron, 305 BCE-641 CE. Creator: Unknown
Figure Stirring a Cauldron, 305 BCE-641 CE

Female Figure Carrying a Basket, 1st century BCE-2nd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Female Figure Carrying a Basket, 1st century BCE-2nd century CE

Woman making pancakes, 1670-1709. Creator: Bernardus van Schijndel
Woman making pancakes, 1670-1709

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"Capturing the Beauty of Domestic Chores: A Glimpse into Everyday Life" Step into a world where the mundane becomes extraordinary, as artists throughout history have immortalized domestic chores in their masterpieces. From Diego Velasquez's "Christ in the house of Mary and Martha" to Camille Pissarro's "The Young Servant, " these artworks offer a unique perspective on the beauty found within household tasks. In Velasquez's painting, we witness Christ surrounded by two women engaged in various chores. The scene reminds us that even amidst our daily responsibilities, there is room for spiritual contemplation and connection. Moving forward to 1889, we encounter vibrant flower girls captured on canvas. Their presence exudes joy and innocence while they perform their task with grace and elegance. This artwork serves as a reminder that even the simplest of chores can bring happiness to both those performing them and those who observe. Madame Valtat finds herself immersed in her kitchen sanctuary, depicted beautifully through oil on canvas. The warmth emanating from this piece evokes feelings of comfort and nostalgia, reminding us that cooking can be an art form itself—a way to nourish not only our bodies but also our souls. Meanwhile, Pissarro presents us with "The Young Servant, " showcasing a young girl diligently carrying out her duties with determination etched upon her face. This artwork pays homage to all unseen heroes who work tirelessly behind closed doors—reminding us of their invaluable contributions. Shifting gears from household chores to leisurely activities at home, we find Henry Cooper relaxing after becoming the new European Heavyweight Boxing Champion. This photograph captures a momentary respite from his rigorous training regime—an intimate glimpse into his personal life beyond boxing rings. By looking through windows painted onto canvases like "By the window, " we are invited into private spaces where individuals engage in everyday tasks such as reading or daydreaming—a gentle reminder that even in solitude, we are never truly alone.