From ratcatcher to keeper of the snow: royal servants enter the spotlight in new exhibitions
Life below stairs in the palaces and grand houses of Britain takes centre stage in a series of exhibitions
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Life below stairs in the palaces and grand houses of Britain takes centre stage in a series of exhibitions
The London-based exhibition will uncover the 'forgotten stories' of those frequently denied recognition, despite working tirelessly for the royal family .
From female rat catchers and brewers to LGBT staff and inter-racial marriages, new exhibition will bring diverse court to life
Portraits and objects explore those who looked after the royals, from ‘the keeper of ice and snow’ to the ‘groom of the stool’
Kensington Palace is to launch its first exhibition on servants to show the “rich and diverse tapestry of humanity” that formed the backbone of the royal court.