Sex Machines Museum, Sex machines museum in Prague, Czech Republic
The Sex Machines Museum is a museum in Prague, Czech Republic, that specializes in erotic devices and historical intimacy objects. The exhibition spreads across three floors and includes over 200 items such as mechanical constructions, harnesses, and old pleasure instruments from different eras.
The museum was opened in 2002 near Old Town Square to make a private collection of historical intimacy objects accessible to the public. The exhibits range from the 16th century to modern times and show the technological development of mechanical devices across several eras.
Visitors see replicas of chastity belts and elaborately decorated devices that show how different societies regulated and practiced intimacy. The collection also includes lesser-known objects such as palanquins from Asia that allowed discreet encounters, and sandals with engraved messages worn by prostitutes in ancient times.
The museum is open daily from 10:00 to 23:00 and is located in the center of Prague, a few walking minutes from the Charles Bridge. Access is via narrow stairs, which may pose a challenge for people with limited mobility.
The anti-masturbation device for boys, made in France in the 1920s, used an electronic ring on the penis that switched on at erection so parents could be alerted. The museum also displays shoes worn by ancient Greek prostitutes, with "follow my steps" cut into the soles to leave a trail for clients.
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