Rue des Moulins, 1894
Henry de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901)
The artist of parisian brothels, Lautrec spent so much time in the brothel at 24 Rue des Moulins in Paris, he became close to all aspects of this women’s lives, but yet payed for any of their services.
The redhead girls in the picture is believed to be Rolande, his favorite one, we can find her in about 13 of his paintings.
But what does this scene tells us about?
It is not at all the beginning of a sexual situation, but unexpectedly this ladies are in line for their bi-weekly STDs tests.
Paris most luxurious brothel would provide health control for their employees and clients, as most women were forced into prostitution to help support their families since jobs were scarce and few other professions were open to women at the time. ——————————————— #anartlessonaday #artblog #artexplained #artcuriosity #artfacts #art #artist #toulouselautrec #lautrec #henrydetoulouselautrec #prostitutes #brothel #sexualhealth #stds #examination #healthandsafety #takecareofyourbody #paris #reality #ruedesmoulins #luxury #frenchart #rolande #redhead #ginger #sexed
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