Victorian Pornography

Victorian pornography refers to sexual imagery and erotica created during the Victorian era (1837-1901). Some people have a strong sexual interest, kink, or fetish for this type of pornography, its elements, or its aesthetic. This can include an interest in: - Erotic illustrations and caricatures from this period - Erotic photography - Pornographic novels and short stories - Fetish artifacts like corsets, boots, and early sex toys Victorian porn can be charming (and hot), but it also represents a fascinating dichotomy. The Victorian public image was one of moral purity, domestic virtue, and restraint. Yet behind closed doors, there was a hidden, thriving world of erotic art, porn, prostitution, and kink. These images are anything but stiff and formal. Group sex, orgies, watersports, sex toys, and corporal punishment are all common themes. Images from this era also often have a very natural quality, as though you're peeking in on someone's very fun and experimental sex life. ### Why People Are Into It People who are into Victorian porn tend to point to a few key themes, including: ### Corsets, Petticoats, and Bustles Although there's plenty of nudity, much of Victorian-era pornography includes some clothing. Women are shown nude from the waist down, but may be wearing stockings, shoes, gloves, corsets, or hats. Men may be seen sporting a tuxedo jacket, a hat, and a giant erection. ### Punishment and Power Play Corporal punishment (especially spanking) was eroticized in Victorian literature and visual culture. Bare bottoms and spanking implements are common themes. ### Taboo Themes While prostitution, adultery, lesbianism, and male homosexuality were either taboo or criminalized, they all appeared in Victorian pornography. ### Fun and Games Unlike much of the pornography we see today, Victorian pornography didn't appear to take itself too seriously. Most subjects looked relaxed, were smiling, and gave the impression of playing around and having a bit of fun. It all feels natural, cheeky, and very real. ### Female Pleasure Victorians were very into the female orgasm, and even believed it was necessary for conception. As a result, Victorian pornography tended to feature women as sexually confident and active participants. Acts like oral sex, strap-ons, group sex, and woman-on-top positions were common. ### Big Bushes, Natural Bodies Victorian pornography is refreshingly natural. Soft bodies, balding heads, and pubic hair abound. ### Ways to Play While just looking at Victorian pornography is a common way to enjoy it, many people get into this kink in other ways, including: ### Re-enactment and Role Play Some people bring Victorian aesthetics into their own sex lives with costumed scenes, props, and candle-lit settings. Those who are into D/s dynamics might also play with roles that fit into this aesthetic, like strict schoolmistress/little gentleman, governess/maid, doctor/patient. ### Reading Erotic Literature or Letters Reading erotic literature can be a sexy solo activity or, when done aloud, a form of foreplay. This can also help create the mood for writing faux-Victorian smutty letters or love notes, or giving Victorian-era language a dirty twist. ("My dearest Miss Fairfax, your bosom doth heave most invitingly beneath that corset…") ### Fetishizing Victorian Style People who enjoy Victorian porn may also get off on wearing similar styles, taking photos in sepia tones, listening to classical music, and any other parts of these scenes that get them in the mood. ### Related Kinks - FemDom - Spanking - Bushmaxxing - Pubephilia