Lot 71

Lot 71

Fascinating French occupational cabinet card with the title at the bottom translating as “The shower at the Aix- thermal establishment.” Aix Les-Bains is a commune in southeastern France on the shore of the largest natural lake of glacial origin in France. It was a spa town for the nobility and wealthy. While the thermal baths are still in existence it is not the main draw today. In this image, workers are seen massaging a wealthy patron, most likely after her thermal bath. She wears a simple white sleeveless terry spa wrap. The woman massaging her leg and foot glances upward just as the photographer is capturing the image. We have to say this is another first offering for this particular occupation. Slightly larger in format the image is in very good plus condition with nice tones and contrast. There is a curve to the mount. By, G. Brun, Aix-Les-Bains.