Clam shell-shaped boxes

Title

[Clam shell-shaped boxes] [realia].

Format

Realia

Published

[18--?]

Description

3 boxes (6 pieces) : porcelain, col. ; 3 x 8 x 6 cm. bottom, 2 x 8 x 6 cm. lid.

Notes

Title supplied by cataloger.
Place of origin: [Japan]

Summary

Schematic clam shell-shaped 3 legged boxes, celadon green exterior, white interior. Bottom sections each contain a 3-dimensional scene of a robed man and woman in varying coital positions. Celadon green and pink robes.

Kinsey subjects

Art--Japan--19th century.
Ceramic figures.
Covert novelties.