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MNY380898 A formally dressed man and woman and what appears to be a domestic servant in a room with a piano, 1905 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x20.3 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23487002
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
Affluent Bourgeois Class Curtains Decollete Formal Frills Frilly Gown Haughty Household Housemaid Meek Off The Shoulder Privilege Rich Society Life Status Stylish Subservient Wealthy White Dress B W Photo Black And White Photograph Maid
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In this photograph captured in 1905, we are transported to a room that exudes elegance and privilege. A formally dressed man and woman stand alongside what appears to be their domestic servant, creating a striking contrast between social classes. The couple, adorned in stylish attire of the era, emanate an air of wealth and sophistication. The husband stands tall in his dapper suit while his wife captivates with her off-the-shoulder gown, showcasing her status as a fashionable society lady. Her decollete dress is embellished with frilly details that further accentuate her affluent lifestyle. Meanwhile, the presence of the maid adds an intriguing dynamic to the composition. Dressed modestly in a traditional uniform, she embodies subservience within this bourgeois household. Her meek posture suggests her role as both helper and observer in this world of opulence. The room itself is tastefully decorated with rich curtains framing a grand piano at its center. This setting serves as a backdrop for the intricate power dynamics present within this snapshot of society life. Through this powerful image frozen in time by Byron Company's lens, we are invited to reflect upon themes of class division, privilege, and societal expectations during early 20th century America. It offers us a glimpse into an era where appearances were paramount and social hierarchies governed every aspect of life.
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