NG91041 Japanese Shunga, an erotic woodblock printed novel in 6 volumes, with cover jackets the title referring to 8 different Buddhist scriptures. The volumes are filled with 40 double page images, two of which are colored and 10 single page images one of which is colored depicting various sexual scenes including coming of age, homosexuality, bestiality, rape and rivalry. Possibly a reprint of an earlier work. Minor signs of use and wear otherwise good impressions. Each book measures 7-1/8” x 4-7/8”. Early 20th Century. $1,200.