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Lovers Embracing, Folio from an Erotic Manuscript, c1660. Creator: Unknown
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Lovers Embracing, Folio from an Erotic Manuscript, c1660. Creator: Unknown
Lovers Embracing, Folio from an Erotic Manuscript, c1660
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1660s Embrace Embracing Erotic Folio Intercourse Lover Madhya Pradesh Malwa Opaque Watercolor And Gold On Paper Palm Tree Palm Trees Palms Sexual Intercourse South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Hindoostan Watercolour On Paper
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This exquisite folio from an erotic manuscript, dating back to the 1660s, captures the intimate moment of two lovers embracing in the heart of an indoor setting. The scene is bathed in the soft glow of an unseen light source, casting an ethereal red hue over the opaque watercolor and gold on paper. The lovers, one male and one female, are lost in their passion, their bodies entwined as they share a tender kiss beneath the sheltering canopy of a palm tree. The architectural backdrop of the image suggests a South East Asian or Indian origin, with intricate architectural details and ornate patterns adorning the walls and columns of the room. The folio's provenance is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the Malwa region of Central India, or possibly from Hindustan in the north. The folio's erotic content is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the region, where such manuscripts were often created as prized possessions for the elite. The intricate details of the lovers' bodies and the lush foliage of the palm trees are rendered with great skill and sensitivity, making this a truly captivating work of art. The time of day is uncertain, but the tranquil atmosphere and the absence of any external distractions suggest that the lovers are alone in their moment of passion. The folio's intricate details and the use of gold and watercolor on paper make it a rare and valuable treasure from the seventeenth century. Today, this folio is part of the prestigious collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors from around the world.
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