To avoid cluttering the site with lots of individual update-only blog posts, I gather every update of the year into one comprehensive post. This keeps things clear and tidy.Previous years can be viewed here, and below are the site additions made so far in 2026.…
James Alfred Meese (1917–1971) was a notable American illustrator recognized for his striking paperback cover art in the 1950s and 1960s. His dramatic oil paintings often featured intense, alpha-male characters in suspenseful scenarios with seductive women. Meese’s work, characterized by mid-century realism, subtly explored themes of power dynamics, making it appealing in vintage BDSM art contexts today.
Albert von Keller (1844-1920), a Swiss painter, spent most of his life in Munich, known for his intimate portraits and evocative interior scenes. A member of the Munich Secession, his work reflects a commitment to 19th-century traditions, with a unique style that explores spirituality and emotion. He faced personal tragedies yet continued creating until his death.
~ 1741 – 1825 Johann Heinrich Füssli, better known in England as Henry Fuseli, was a Swiss-born painter, draughtsman, and art theorist whose dramatic and unconventional works made him a key figure in the Romantic movement. Originally trained as a theologian and preacher, he abandoned…
In 2019, a unique 1920s scrapbook featuring erotic illustrations and spanking scenes sold for $700 at auction. Described as ‘Pinterest before Pinterest,’ it represents a rare piece of early BDSM and fetish history. Initially showcased on the Spanking Art blog, the scrapbook highlights the art of personal curation.
Claire Willows (pseudonym, active ca. 1930s–1970s) was a mysterious illustrator and author of underground fetish erotica, specializing in corporal punishment, bondage, and dominance/submission themes. Her expressive half-tone drawings feature women in lingerie and restraint, set in historical or exotic locales. Key works include Presented in Leather (1930, 10 illustrations) and variants of Three Painful Years.
Heinz Brandenberg is an enigmatic figure from the 1970s underground erotic art scene, primarily active in German-speaking Europe. His unpublished, sketch-like artworks depict themes of sexual liberation and fetishism, blending humor and irony. These rare pieces, now rediscovered, reflect personal expression untainted by mainstream influences, highlighting an intimate portrayal of desire.
Nicolas Sternberg (1901-1959) was a prolific Hungarian-born artist active in interwar Paris, renowned for his elegant illustrations and portraits. His acclaimed works include erotic themes, especially in book illustrations. A Jewish artist, he survived the German occupation in hiding, continuing his art until his death around 1960, despite a largely unknown personal life.
