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= Gloryhole – Anonymous Lust and the Fantasy of the Unknown =

[[File:Gloryhole_Booth.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Swingers at the gloryhole|A typical swingers Saturday night at the gloryhole, with anonymity at the core]]

A '''gloryhole''' is a partitioned space — usually a wall or booth — with a hole that allows for anonymous oral, manual, or penetrative sex. The person on one side does not see or identify the person on the other side. It is a physical setup that plays with anonymity, power, taboo, and the thrill of the unknown.

== Origins and etymology ==
* The term likely originated in the mid-20th century from underground gay sex culture in public restrooms  
* The name “gloryhole” evokes both religious irony and the idea of euphoric climax  
* By the 1970s–80s, the term had entered mainstream pornographic lexicon

== How a gloryhole works ==
* A hole (roughly 5–7 inches) is cut into a wall or partition  
* The penis or toy is inserted by one person, while the other performs oral or anal acts  
* Sometimes, full penetration occurs (vaginal or anal), depending on setting  
* The faces are typically hidden — creating a strictly anonymous or semi-anonymous dynamic

== Psychological appeal ==
* '''Anonymity as erotic fuel:''' The fantasy lies in “not knowing” — race, age, looks, status  
* '''Dom/sub roles reversed:''' The receiver may be in control, or be passive and objectified  
* '''Gloryholes as confessionals:''' The setup mimics private but highly sexual “confessional” booths  
* '''Risk and taboo:''' The setting (public toilets, porn sets, clubs) adds a danger layer

== Real-life gloryholes vs. porn representations ==
In real life:
* Common in sex clubs, gay cruising areas, private parties  
* Often DIY setups or hidden in booths or adult cinemas  
* Hygiene and safety vary widely

In porn:
* Common in [[Dogfart Network]], [[GGG John Thompson]], and amateur settings  
* Often staged with POV shots and a lineup of mouths  
* Sometimes features [[raceplay]], [[cuckold]], or forced-bi fantasy scenarios  
* Often portrayed with surprise reveals (e.g., transgender twist, unknown multiple partners)

== Variants ==
* '''Feminized gloryhole:''' Male receiver dressed in drag, often part of humiliation play  
* '''Gloryhole gangbang:''' Multiple receivers serve a continuous flow of anonymous givers  
* '''Masked receiver scenes:''' Adding partial anonymity while keeping facial expression visible  
* '''Couple gloryhole play:''' One partner watches, encourages, or dominates from the side

== Ethical and health concerns ==
* Anonymous oral or penetrative sex carries high risk for STIs  
* Lack of visual verification can raise concerns about consent and identity  
* Porn versions can glamorize setups that in real life are less safe or sanitary

== Gallery ==
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[[File:Gloryhole_PornScene.jpg|200px|frameless|alt=Gloryhole scene in adult video]]
<br />''Gloryhole scene from a staged porn production''
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[[File:Gloryhole_ClubSetup.jpg|200px|frameless|alt=Realistic sex club gloryhole]]
<br />''Real-life booth in a European sex club''
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== Related articles ==
* [[Bukkake]]  
* [[Dogfart Network]]  
* [[Cuckold]]  
* [[Anonymous Sex]]  
* [[Raceplay]]  
* [[Public Sex]]

== Conclusion ==
Gloryholes represent one of the most raw, taboo-charged setups in sexual culture. Whether viewed as liberating anonymity or problematic objectification, they remain a powerful symbol of lust without identity — and a staple of modern porn fantasy.

[[Category: Sexual Practices]]  
[[Category: Fetishes]]  
[[Category: Public Sex]]  
[[Category: Porn Tropes]]