"A mesmerizing glimpse into Victorian England's intimate, untold stories." — Marian Blake, The Aesthete Journal
"A provocative and hauntingly beautiful exploration of sensuality." — Henry Moreland, Author of Fleeting Shadows: Lost Erotic Art
"A daring and evocative collection that rewrites history with grace and passion." — Lila Morrell, Eros Reclaimed Quarterly
Uncover a Hidden World of Passion and Rebellion
The Sapphic Victorian: An Intimate Photographic History offers a breathtaking window into a world long veiled by the constraints of Victorian propriety. This stunning coffee table book features over 100 restored Victorian nudes across 120 pages, presenting an unprecedented glimpse into private moments, artistic sensuality, and the defiant passion of women who dared to challenge their time.
Unearthed from a forgotten trunk in an English country estate, these black-and-white photographs reveal an underground of intimate artistry and libertines. One such libertine resided in this very English country manor, known as Ashcombe Hall. Ashcombe was rumored in gossip columns of the time to be the home of Lady Isadora Chastain, a wealthy widow with a reputation for hosting provocative gatherings. A column in The London Observer from 1869 hinted at the debauchery:
“A certain widow’s soirées in the countryside are said to rival even the most decadent salons of Paris. Artists, poets, and curious wanderers flock to her estate, where the boundaries of propriety arebut a distant memory.”
Another, from The Evening Standard, remarked in 1872:
“Whispers of scandal surround the parties at Ashcombe Hall. Rumors of unconventional photography and clandestine liaisons swirl, but the true nature of these gatherings remains shrouded in mystery.”
From tender embraces to daringly provocative poses, each image is meticulously restored to its original brilliance, capturing the subtle interplay of love, rebellion, and self-expression in an era defined by rigid morality.
Lavishly Crafted for the Discerning Collector
Printed on high-quality paper and bound with exquisite attention to detail, The Sapphic Victorian is more than a book—it’s a statement piece. Whether displayed as a captivating conversation starter or cherished in a private collection, it offers readers a rare invitation into the hidden lives of Victorian women who defied convention and expressed their desires through the pioneering medium of photography.
Praise for The Sapphic Victorian
"A feast of beauty, desire, and forgotten stories." — Edmund Vane, Editor of Art & Ardor
"A rare and exquisite glimpse into an unseen Victorian world." — Evelyn Hart, The Society of Photographic Arts
Perfect for: Lovers of fine art, collectors of rare photography, and anyone captivated by the interplay of history and sensuality. The Sapphic Victorian is a remarkable volume that opens a doorway to hidden histories, daring artistry, and whispered secrets of the past.
Rediscover the beauty, passion, and rebellion of Victorian women with this extraordinary book. The Sapphic Victorian is a treasure to be admired, explored, and cherished.
Sapphotica from Erosetti Press: Art and literature depicting a uniquely feminine defiance and beauty, sensually and erotically free, with women as the central character. Sapphotica: Bold, Erotic, Unapologetic!
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