Digital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library
Hiring a servant
Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827 · 1811
An elderly couple in a genteel station of life are seated at the breakfast-table ; to them enters a simple country maiden, with a pretty and innocent face, her arms modestly folded, as an applicant for a place. 'What situation in my family would you wish to undertake, young woman?' enquires the lady of the house. 'Ma'am,' replies the unsophisticated maiden, 'I should like to be under your man-cook by way of improvement.' This naif remark is misconstrued, to the manifest delight of the fat chef, who is rolling about and rubbing his round sides with amusement.
🔒
Order museum-quality prints
Sign in to order prints, canvas, and more of this work. Browsing and full-resolution downloads stay free.
