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A group of Edwardian household servants in the early twentieth century.

A group of Edwardian Maids in servants' dress in 1907.

Newspaper article from 1929 discussing the tourism industry of Cornwall and the changes in accesibility taking place after the way.

An image showing where the different occupations fit within the British class structure. While "Domestic Servants" are not specifically indicated, "Girls and Women" are likely representative of those roles.

A cartoon from "Punch" magazine show the relationship between the lady of the house and her servants, captioned: “The Duchess (who takes a great interest in all her servants, and has a large house-party)”

A newspaper ad talking about the new technology for housekeeping, the vacuum. An example of the home appliances becoming available in the twentieth century.

The history of Kew Gardens and its role in empire.

A newspaper article parodying the relationship between domestic workers and their employers, discusses how servants were demanding higher pay for their work.

The original cover of "Mr. Bennett and Mrs. Brown," which was designed by Vanessa Bell. Originally published by the Hogarth Press in 1924.

An advertising campaign for the Great Western Railway showcasing the "Cornish Riviera" from circa 1925.