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[Copulating couples] [pictures]

Title
[Copulating couples] [pictures]
Format
Image
Published
[1840-1860?]
Description
5 art prints : woodcuts, col. ; 9 x 13 cm.
Notes
Original prints. Title supplied by cataloger. Size when mounted: 26 x 21 cm. Place of origin: [Japan]
Summary
Shunga from a single series. A copulating couple on each. Backgrounds plain except for a few props--pillow, origami bird, etc. A cartouche and a kidney-shaped object with calligraphy on each--possibly artist's signature and series title. Additional calligraphy near upper edges. Colors bright. Mounted on white poster board.
Kinsey subjects
Art--Japan--19th century. Coital techniques--Japan--19th century. Graphic arts.
Other subjects
Shunga.

Holdings

Library
Blmgtn - Kinsey Institute Library (by appointment only)
Call Number
250Q A017.1-5
Location
Kinsey Institute Library - Art