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Ornament with a pair of lovers
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Before British prudery gained the upper hand, Indians regarded erotic scenes as auspicious symbols (mangala).
Erotic images were often affixed to furniture as ornaments. This plaque probably adorned the side of a princely bed.
Title: Ornament with a pair of lovers
Description:
Before British prudery gained the upper hand, Indians regarded erotic scenes as auspicious symbols (mangala).
Erotic images were often affixed to furniture as ornaments.
This plaque probably adorned the side of a princely bed.
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