From the sculptures and engravings in the temples of Khajuraho, to ancient texts like the Kamasutra, India has a rich history of sensual and erotic art. Many artworks within India explore and express the themes of sexuality, love and desire. Despite the presence of these works, even today, sexuality is not openly discussed, and vital sex education is not often taught in schools. Agents of Ishq, an art and educational project on sexuality, aims to change this narrative and equip people from all walks of life with comprehensive sexuality education, rooted in an Indian context. And so with their Sharbati Shaam session this Friday, Vinit Vyas, an art history graduate, will aim to decode erotic art from the past.

Depictions of erotica on the sculptures at Khajuraho temples