Some sources claim that ancient civilizations crafted phallic objects to be used as sexual apparatus. But since these objects did not have the structural integrity and practical applications of the modern day silicone dildos that we are all familiar with, they could not have been considered the ideal candidate for the title of “first dildo ever!”
However, many also argue that the women of ancient Greece were first to play around with the idea of a personal sex toy. In the 2nd century BCE, these women were reported to have crafted their own “olisbos” (which translates quite literally to “dildo”) with the intention of pleasuring themselves. In fact, ancient sex writers like Aristophanes would often mention the olisbos in their works, suggesting that this was a commonly used sex toy.
Nonetheless, archaeologists have also made the claim that obsidian artifacts found in Mexico were believed to have been designed to be used as sex toys. Most of these artifacts are believed to date back to the pre-Colombian civilizations of the Americas. However, since these artifacts were sometimes used for religious purposes, it is difficult to be certain they were meant to be used as sex toys.
Though, the debate around who actually created the first dildo goes on and on, it is relatively safe to say that sexual pleasure has been a part of culture since ancient times. We can only imagine the amount of debates and conversations our predecessors must have had around their own interpretations of sexuality. After all, inquiring into our own sexual crafty is part of being human.
Ultimately, all cultures from all times have been actively exploring new ways of experiencing pleasure in innovative and creative ways. From the olisbos to the modern day dildo, sexual pleasure has been something that continues to fascinate and draw the curiosity of people throughout the ages.
It is an incredible thing to explore how far we have come in exploring how much pleasure we are capable of experiencing. From ancient times to present day, the technology, artistry, and creativity behind creating appliances of pleasure have been nothing short of awe-inspiring.
The modern day dildos we are so familiar with did not exist until recently. Of course, there are still debates surrounding who exactly invented the design. Some say it was a man, some say it was a woman, but the most likely answer is that it was a collective effort. After all, it takes a village to create the perfect dildo and it stands to reason that the olisbos was an initial inspiration for this.
It is an amazing thing to consider how much humanity has evolved and how our views and perspectives on sex have changed with time. There is no doubt that the idea of crafting dildos to aid in pleasuring oneself has been around for centuries. But the technology, craftsmanship, and creativity that have gone into making one of the world’s most iconic sex toys is what has made them so popular and widely available.
Certainly, modern dildos have provided us with the technology and craftsmanship that was lacking in ancient times. The artistry, creativity, and attention to detail that have been put into the design are incredible, and it is hard to imagine that those same minds might have been behind creating the olisbos.
For those of us who love exploring the depths of our own sexual potential, it is an exciting prospect to think that those same innovators who helped create the modern day dildo could have been the ones behind coming up with the idea of the olisbos! Who knows what other new and exciting sex toys they could have in store for us? All I know is, I’m sure looking forward to finding out!