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Behold here a dozen of industrious women, Learn diligently, young youth! soon to keep house
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Behold here a dozen of industrious women, Learn diligently, young youth! soon to keep house

Rynders, Erven H. · 1830 - 1855 · letterpress printing; colour; houtsnede; paper

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Leaf with twelve depictions of household tasks and occupations for women. Under each picture a two-line verse. Numbered top right: No. 49. Ca. 1830-1855.

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printpopular printhousehold chores
Credit lineZie hier een Twaalftal van werkzame Vrouwen, Leer vlytig, Jonge Jeigd! al spoedig Huis te houwen. 1830 - 1855. Rynders, Erven H.. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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