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Manuel du Valet de Chambre Contenant des indications sur la tenue, le langage, le service de table et des appartements, le soin des parquets, de l'argenterie, des cuivres, etc., la manière de recevoir et de répondre à la porte, etc., etc.

Manuel du Valet de Chambre Contenant des indications sur la tenue, le langage, le service de table et des appartements, le soin des parquets, de l'argenterie, des cuivres, etc., la manière de recevoir et de répondre à la porte, etc., etc.

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In an era when domestic service was a cornerstone of aristocratic life, "Manuel du Valet de Chambre" serves as an essential guide for aspiring valets. This meticulous handbook outlines the intricacies of maintaining a household, from the care of fine silverware to the etiquette of receiving guests. Readers will discover the importance of impeccable dress and polished manners, alongside practical advice on managing parquets and brass. Written anonymously, this document is invaluable for students of history and those interested in the nuances of 19th-century domestic roles. With its focus on decorum and service, "Manuel du Valet de Chambre" illuminates the art of hospitality and the unspoken codes that governed elite society.

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