Shunga Collection

A Woman bathing, ca 1770. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Lovers under a quilt with phoenix design, 1680s. Private Collection

The Evening Mistress at Ueno (Ueno no bansho), from the series "Eight Fashionable... c. 1769
The Evening Mistress at Ueno (Ueno no bansho), from the series "Eight Fashionable Views of Edo (Furyu Edo hakkei)", c. 1769

First Leaf of the Shunga; The Delightful Love Adventures of Maneyemon, ca. 1769. ca
First Leaf of the Shunga; The Delightful Love Adventures of Maneyemon, ca. 1769

A couple making love on a bench beside a stream on a summer evening, 1760s. Private Collection

Intersession church, 1788, Shunga, Kostroma region, Russia

Two Lovers, ca. 1675-80. Creator: Hishikawa Moronobu
Two Lovers, ca. 1675-80

Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta)
6176485 Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta) by Indian School, (1st century BC); height:12.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta)
6176484 Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta) by Indian School, (1st century BC); height: 9.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta)
6176482 Rattle in the Form of a Crouching Grotesque Yaksha (terracotta) by Indian School, (1st century BC); height: 12.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A man and geisha, ca 1714. Found in the Collection of British Museum

First Leaf Shunga Delightful Love Adventures
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"Exploring the Sensual World of Shunga: A Glimpse into Erotic Woodblock Prints" Delve into the captivating world of shunga, a traditional Japanese art form that celebrates love, desire, and intimacy. Dating back to the 17th century, these exquisite woodblock prints offer a window into an era where sexuality was embraced as an integral part of human experience. One such masterpiece is "Two Lovers (Shunga - erotic woodblock print), c. 1750, " crafted by the talented artist Harunobu Suzuki. This delicate artwork portrays two lovers entwined in a passionate embrace, their bodies beautifully rendered with intricate details that evoke both tenderness and desire. In another enchanting piece titled "A Woman Bathing, ca 1770, " we witness a moment of vulnerability and sensuality as a woman indulges in her personal ritual. The artist skillfully captures her gracefulness amidst cascading water, inviting viewers to appreciate not only her physical beauty but also the intimate act itself. The allure continues with "Lovers under a quilt with phoenix design, 1680s. " Here we see passion concealed beneath layers of fabric adorned with symbolic motifs. As viewers gaze upon this clandestine scene they can transported to an era where even mundane objects like quilts were infused with meaning and sensuality. Moving forward in time brings us to "First Leaf of the Shunga; The Delightful Love Adventures of Maneyemon. " Created around 1769 by an unknown artist, this tantalizing work narrates amorous escapades through vivid illustrations that leave little to imagination. It serves as evidence that shunga was not merely about titillation but also storytelling – capturing moments from everyday life filled with pleasure and desire. Nature intertwines seamlessly with passion in "A couple making love on a bench beside a stream on a summer evening.