intertwined couple engaged in intercourse; both are nude--woman has red fabric across her belly and beneath her; kettle and tray of food at left edge; text below woman's head

Near the Go Board, No. 5 from Twelve Bouts in the Way of Love (Shikidō torikumi jūniban), c. 1775-1777

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A couple compactly entwined, she closes her eyes in pleasure as he locks his arms together and squares his jaw in determination. Just past their heads is a sake kettle and go board with a tray of snacks and a glass goblet. In the dialogue the man says: "I can't last any longer...here I come! Do you want it'" to which she answers: "I don't know why...ah..ah..ah!"

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Title
Near the Go Board, No. 5 from Twelve Bouts in the Way of Love (Shikidō torikumi jūniban)
Artist Life
1735 - 1790 ?
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2014.65.3.5
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intertwined couple engaged in intercourse; both are nude--woman has red fabric across her belly and beneath her; kettle and tray of food at left edge; text below woman's head