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Shunga : sex and pleasure in Japanese art / edited by Timothy Clark, C. Andrew Gerstle, Aki Ishigami, Akiko Yano

This exhibition catalogue examines the history of shunga, or Japanese erotic art, from the 17th century to its suppression during the country's modernisation. Featuring over 400 illustrations, it explores the cultural significance of these brightly coloured works.

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Accession Number: 28365

Site: Vernon O Content

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Binding Type: Hard Back

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