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Footman at a feast, the Imperial Court, Berlin, Germany
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Footman at a feast, the Imperial Court, Berlin, Germany
Footman at a feast at the Imperial Court, Berlin, Germany.
circa 1898
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1898 Attention Berlin Breeches Ceremonial Ceremony Feast Footman Footmen Formal Livery Official Pape Stick
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Footman at a Feast at the Imperial Court, Berlin, Germany (circa 1898) by William Pape captures an elegant and formal moment in the late 19th century Imperial Court of Berlin, Germany. The footman, dressed in his full livery, stands at attention, poised to serve the distinguished guests at the grand feast. His tall, ceremonial hat adorned with plumes sits neatly on the table behind him, while his hatband and gloves are carefully placed on the seat of the chair next to him. The footman's crisp, white breeches and black stockings are visible beneath his red and gold coat, adding to the grandeur of his attire. The footman's long, ornate stick, a symbol of his rank and duty, leans against the table, ready to be used to clear a path for the nobility as they move about the room. The footman's expression is one of focused attention and readiness, reflecting the importance of his role in the ceremonial proceedings of the Imperial Court. This photograph, taken by William Pape around 1898, offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of the Imperial Court of Berlin during the late 19th century.
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