Erotic Art: Eating Grapes

Pornography has existed for thousands of years and has taken many forms throughout history. In ancient civilizations, erotic art and literature were commonly produced and enjoyed, such as the Kama Sutra in ancient India or the sexually explicit artwork found in Pompeii. During the Victorian era in Europe, there was a significant rise in pornography as the advent of photography made it easier to produce and distribute. However, pornography was heavily censored and restricted during this time, and many erotic images were produced and consumed in secret. In the 20th century, pornography became more mainstream, and in the 1960s and 70s, the sexual revolution and the feminist movement helped to popularize pornography and change attitudes towards sexuality. During this time, retro erotic pornography became popular, featuring suggestive images and films that often had a vintage or nostalgic feel.