An antique erotic bronze corkscrew depicting male genitalia on one side and female genitalia on the other, with outstretched legs forming the grasping arms, while the worm is made of steel. This type of risqué corkscrew belongs to a well-documented tradition of humorous and transgressive tableware produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often intended for private use, cabinets of curiosities, or for masculine settings (clubs, cafés, and amateur circles). The sculpture, carved in the round, features a dense, sculpted form with pronounced volumes and partially worn, antique gilding that reveals the underlying bronze, reinforcing the object's deliberate and antique character.
✦ Origin: Europe ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 7 cm ✦ Material: Gilded bronze and steel ✦ Condition: Good antique condition, slight wear to the gilding and signs of use
An antique erotic corkscrew is sought after for a collection of curiosities, risqué objects, unusual bars, or cabinets of curiosities from the turn of the 20th century.
