These ex-burlesque dancers , some of whom are aged over 90 , were captured by photographer Ms Baronnet . Some are pictured flashing their flesh in sensual bodies ; others are seen donning eccentric gowns and jackets . The women enticed audiences at burlesque theaters with glamorous strip shows during the 1950s , 60s and 70s . They are described by Marie Baronnet as 'dominating characters of the quintessential American art of strip tease ' They feature in photographer 's book , Legends : The Living Art of Risqué ; all photos taken in pensioners ' homes .
These ex-burlesque dancers , some of whom are aged over 90 , were captured by photographer Marie Baronnet . Some are pictured flashing their flesh in sensual bodies ; others are seen donning eccentric gowns and jackets . The women enticed audiences at burlesque theaters with glamorous strip shows during the 1950s , 60s and 70s . They are described by Ms Baronnet as 'dominating characters of the quintessential American art of strip tease ' They feature in photographer 's book , Legends : The Living Art of Risqué ; all photos taken in pensioners ' homes .