The Ancient Chinese, one could see a sexual scene on a public or a private building's ,Today everything can be seen in magazines or on the Internet, and despite this freedom there is a huge hypocrisy, an inexplicable puritanism.This is the Ancient Chinese Sex Relics Exhibition, a collection of pieces reflecting Chinese sexual expression from as far back as the Ming Dynasty. The 500-piece exhibit is making its first visit to North America after touring throughout China and in several European countries. It runs until July 5 and tickets cost $12. Undoubtedly, the art is an eye-opener. These artifacts showcase a unique side to Chinese history, one often spoken in whispers. It's blatant erotica, it's homosexuality, it's stylized paintings depicting raw sex. The oldest items date back 5,000 years ago. These reddish dildos weren't used sexually though; they have holes near the testicle area so the Chinese could hang them up near their doors to ward off evil demons. After all, the logic went, demons would be embarrassed to see such blatant phallic symbols. Sometimes, the Chinese get playful with their erotic art. A small sculpture of a woman with enormous breasts sits next a clay figure of a man with an erect penis, smiling devilishly. Not too far from these two, a bust has a penis for a nose. These figures elicit smiles and chuckles, as opposed to stirring the libido. Many stone figurines offer a concise overview of sexual positions, from the reverse cowgirl to standard missionary. The pieces look weather-beaten but well preserved.
