couple engaged in intercourse; woman twists to put her arms around man's neck; woman wears orange, red and white checked kimono; man wears purple, green, orange and white striped kimono; purple garment with green and orange birds at left edge of image; text in two areas along right edge

A Sumo Hold, No. 11 from Twelve Bouts in the Way of Love (Shikidō torikumi jūniban), c. 1775-1777

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The positioning of this passionate couple is so entwined it does bring to mind the grabbling of wrestling. He is entering her from behind but she manages to twist her upper body around and grasp at him in what appears to be nearly a headlock. Her expression and gestures are of intense involvement and pleasure.

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Title
A Sumo Hold, No. 11 from Twelve Bouts in the Way of Love (Shikidō torikumi jūniban)
Artist Life
1735 - 1790 ?
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2014.65.3.11
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couple engaged in intercourse; woman twists to put her arms around man's neck; woman wears orange, red and white checked kimono; man wears purple, green, orange and white striped kimono; purple garment with green and orange birds at left edge of image; text in two areas along right edge