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UnknownChinese Erotic Pillow Book Scroll, c. 1850Mid-19th Century
Mid-19th Century
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A pillow book was meant to teach a young bride about the art of lovemaking. This rare museum-quality 19th century example is composed of 12 masterfully painted erotic scenes depicting people of the Ming era, a golden time in China, when customs and mentalities were more free. Each scene commands a wide range of emotions and is rich with attire, furnishings, and gardens, offering insight into fashions of the time. The paper scroll is mounted on silk and framed.
- Creation Year:Mid-19th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 95.75 in (243.21 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Movement & Style:Qing
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- Gallery Location:Chicago, IL
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