Poster Print : A maid and her poem by Florence Hardy
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A maid and her poem by Florence Hardy
If every maid, were of my mind, heigh ho! Heigh ho! lovely sweet, they to their lovers, should prove kind, kindness is for, maidens meet. A maid speaks of how a maid should act
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "A Maid and Her Poem" poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting illustration by Florence Hardy, rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautiful poster brings to life the heartfelt verse of a maiden expressing the importance of kindness in her relationship with her beloved. The timeless image and poetic words make this print an exquisite addition to any home or office space, inspiring a sense of romance and tenderness. Elevate your decor with this charming and thoughtful piece.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.4cm (23.4" x 15.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of Florence Hardy's timeless poem, "If every maid, were of my mind," which beautifully encapsulates the virtues and duties of a maid in the Victorian era. The image depicts a maid in traditional attire, her hands folded demurely in her apron, her gaze fixed on an unseen horizon with a thoughtful expression. The poem, penned by Hardy in the late 1800s, extols the virtues of kindness and loyalty in maids towards their lovers. Hardy's words resonated deeply with the Victorian society, where the role of a maid was more than just a domestic servant. Maids were expected to be loyal, obedient, and kind, not just to their employers but also to their lovers. The poem served as a reminder of the moral and ethical responsibilities that came with the position of a maid. The photograph and the poem together transport us back to a bygone era, where the simple act of a maid expressing her thoughts and feelings was a powerful statement of her character and worth. The image and the poem remind us of the importance of kindness and loyalty, values that transcend time and continue to be relevant in our modern world. Florence Hardy was a prolific poet and writer, whose works often explored the lives and experiences of women in Victorian England. Her poetry, filled with wit, wisdom, and insight, continues to captivate readers even today. This photograph and poem are a testament to Hardy's enduring influence and the power of literature to transport us to another time and place.
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