Erotism Collection (page 2)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mlle De Sainte Marie (colour photo)
8668502 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mlle De Sainte Marie (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mlle De Sainte Marie)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Carole Lombard (colour photo)
8668501 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Carole Lombard (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carole Lombard)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mary Kidd (colour photo)
8668495 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mary Kidd (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Kidd)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Jean Morgan (colour photo)
8668494 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Jean Morgan (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Morgan)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Patricia Bllis (colour photo)
8668487 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Patricia Bllis (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patricia Bllis)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mary Carlisle (colour photo)
8668479 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Mary Carlisle (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Carlisle)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Paulette Maszaros (colour photo)
8668476 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Paulette Maszaros (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paulette Maszaros)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Suzanne Kaaren (colour photo)
8668475 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Suzanne Kaaren (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suzanne Kaaren)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Polly Waters (colour photo)
8668474 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Polly Waters (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Polly Waters)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Sonja Levkova (colour photo)
8668469 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Sonja Levkova (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sonja Levkova)

Salome (Indian ink on paper)
8683486 Salome (Indian ink on paper) by Bonzagni, Aroldo (1887-1918); Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: "Salome", by Aroldo Bonzagni (1887 - 1918)

Society. The kiss in the night. Noble couple in the XVIIIth century. Illustration, Germany, c.1910 (postcard)
3434193 Society. The kiss in the night. Noble couple in the XVIIIth century. Illustration, Germany, c.1910 (postcard); (add.info.: Societe. Couple noble enlace au 18eme siecle. Coll. Part. Society)

Entertainment. Josephine Baker at the Folies Bergeres, Paris. Photo by Walery, France, c. 1925-30 (photo)
3434135 Entertainment. Josephine Baker at the Folies Bergeres, Paris. Photo by Walery, France, c.1925-30 (photo) by Walery Studio (fl.1884-1935); (add.info.: Spectacle)

JAPAN 9
Japan/ Kyoto/ Gion area the neighbourhood where Geishas live, study and perform. Geishas and Maikos attending a class at " Mia Garatso" school of Geisha

JAPAN 4
Japan/ Kyoto/ Gion area, neighbourhood where Geishas live and perform. Face portrait of a smiling Maiko with combed hair, white make up, head ornaments and traditional kimono

JAPAN 32
Japan/ Kyoto/ Gion area, neighbourhood where Geishas live and perform. Geisha with white make up on her face, combed hair, head ornaments and traditional kimono

Nude Woman on Pink Pillows, 1917 (oil on canvas)
7331993 Nude Woman on Pink Pillows, 1917 (oil on canvas) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Galleria D'Arte Sacerdoti, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

The Garden of Earthly Delights. ca. 1560 (tapestry)
CUL4907821 The Garden of Earthly Delights. ca. 1560 (tapestry) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516) (after); 292x492 cm; (add.info)

A Young Woman putting on her stockings, c. 1890 (drypoint & etching on parchment)
7332031 A Young Woman putting on her stockings, c.1890 (drypoint & etching on parchment) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Museo Boldini, Ferrara

Teasing nymph (colour litho)
7186142 Teasing nymph (colour litho) by Kleophrades Painter (Epiktetos II) (fl.500-475 BC); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teasing nymph, ancient Greek red-figure vase painting)

Flirting Lovers, c. 1673-81 (woodblock print)
5860967 Flirting Lovers, c.1673-81 (woodblock print) by Moronobu, Hishikawa (c.1618-1694); 27.1x38.4 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Hishikawa Moronobu (c.1618-1694))

After the Bath, 1880-88 (oil on canvas)
7332091 After the Bath, 1880-88 (oil on canvas) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

After the Bath, detail, 1880-88 (oil on canvas)
7331963 After the Bath, detail, 1880-88 (oil on canvas) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

Longing Dreams (pastel)
7186188 Longing Dreams (pastel) by Guillaume, Albert (1873-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Longing Dreams. Illustration from Bilder-Lexicon Sexualwissenschaft (Verlag fur Kulturforschung)

A lady and a nun arguing over a dildo in a parlour, 18th century, 1911 (engraving)
7234382 A lady and a nun arguing over a dildo in a parlour, 18th century, 1911 (engraving) by Borel, Antoine (1743-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A gentleman kneels before a monk in a library, 18th century. 1911 (engraving)
7234827 A gentleman kneels before a monk in a library, 18th century. 1911 (engraving) by Borel, Antoine (1743-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A monk exposing himself to maids in a bedroom, 18th century. 1911 (engraving)
7234387 A monk exposing himself to maids in a bedroom, 18th century. 1911 (engraving) by Borel, Antoine (1743-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two women in the changing room at a swimming baths (colour litho)
7148646 Two women in the changing room at a swimming baths (colour litho) by Heilemann, Ernst (1870-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two women in the changing room at a swimming baths)

Asian art: erotic scene. A couple during the act of love in a bed. Painting on silk from the 18th century
JLJ4595596 Asian art: erotic scene. A couple during the act of love in a bed. Painting on silk from the 18th century. Private Collection by Asian School

The mare of Compere Pierre. (engraving and watercolour, 1800)
FIA5379832 The mare of Compere Pierre. (engraving and watercolour, 1800) by Ramberg, Johann Heinrich (1763-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mare of Compere Pierre)

Women in swimsuits, c. 1908 (postcard)
7210485 Women in swimsuits, c. 1908 (postcard) by Unknown photographer, (19th-20th century); 9x14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Oranotypie, Neue Photographische Gesellschaft A.-G, Steglitz)

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"Exploring the Sensual World: A Glimpse into Erotism through Art and Entertainment" Step into a world where desire intertwines with creativity, as we embark on a journey through various forms of artistic expression that celebrate the allure of erotism. From the captivating performances at Folies Bergeres in Paris to the mesmerizing photographs by Walery, we are transported to an era where sensuality was embraced. Intriguing postcards from the early 1900s reveal a woman lying in delicate underwear, her pose exuding both vulnerability and confidence. These glimpses into intimate moments evoke curiosity about hidden desires and fantasies. Venturing further eastward, Japan offers us tantalizing glimpses of its own unique erotic artistry. The enigmatic images captured in JAPAN 9, JAPAN 4, and JAPAN 32 invite contemplation on beauty beyond conventional norms. The timeless Venus of Urbino beckons us with her unabashed nudity; painted centuries ago, she continues to captivate viewers with her unapologetic sensuality. Similarly, Nude Woman on Pink Pillows invites us to revel in feminine curves and explore our own perceptions of beauty. Delving deeper into provocative realms, The Garden of Earthly Delights tapestry unveils a surreal landscape teeming with carnal pleasures. Its intricate details provoke introspection about human desires and their consequences. A glimpse back in time reveals an etching capturing A Young Woman putting on her stockings - an everyday act transformed into an alluring spectacle through artistic interpretation. Meanwhile, Back of a youth photograph hints at untold stories behind closed doors. Unconventional yet thought-provoking expressions continue as Josephine Baker takes center stage once more at Folies Bergeres. Her performances challenged societal norms while celebrating freedom and self-expression during the roaring twenties. Lastly, Joan of Arc's examination engraving from La Pucelle d'Orleans opera reminds us of the historical fascination with female sexuality and its implications.