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French maid taking a break
French maid taking a break and enjoying a cigarette before her next duty calls.... Date: 1910s
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Arm Chair Break Cigarette Frilly Garter House Maid Maid Pose Post Card Relaxing Saucy Shoes Stockings Suggestive Taking
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the hustle and bustle of a grand French chateau, a housemaid takes a moment for herself, savoring the simple pleasures of a cigarette break. Dressed in her elegant and frilly uniform, complete with a saucy garter peeking out from her stockings, she sits back in an armchair, one leg crossed over the other, exuding an air of relaxed sophistication. The white cap atop her head adds a touch of tradition and professionalism to her outfit, while her black and white shoes rest neatly on the floor. The scene, captured in the 1910s, transports us back in time to an era of elegance and luxury. The maid's pose is suggestive of a postcard-perfect moment, a brief respite from her duties before the next call to service. The smoke curling from the cigarette adds a layer of mystery and intrigue to the image, as if hinting at the secrets and stories that lie within the walls of the chateau. Despite the maid's saucy and playful demeanor, there is a certain elegance and grace to her appearance. Her uniform, though simple in design, is meticulously crafted, with every frill and detail carefully in place. And even as she takes a break, her posture remains impeccable, a testament to her dedication and professionalism. This image, with its timeless beauty and hint of mischief, is a captivating glimpse into the past, a reminder of the elegance and allure of a bygone era.
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