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相扑馆-Isoda Koryusai
-Isoda Koryūsai (礒田 湖龍斎, 1735-1790) was a Japanese ukiyo-e print designer and painter active from 1769 to 1790.
Shunga (春画) is a Japanese term for erotic art. Most shunga are a type of ukiyo-e, usually executed in woodblock print format. While rare, there are extant erotic painted handscrolls which predate ukiyo-e. Translated literally, the Japanese word shunga means picture of spring; \"spring\" is a common euphemism for sex.
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.
