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Category: Publications

A range of printed materials centered on BDSM and fetish themes, from books to magazines

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Erziehungs-Flagellantismus

July 11, 2025October 26, 2025 Karen

Erziehungs-Flagellantismus. Sexualkundliche Untersuchungen und ihre Ergebnisse (also spelled Erziehungsflagellantismus in one word) is a German language book on educational flagellantism in sexological analysis. It was written by Dr. Heinrich Wörenkamp and Dr. Gertrude Perkauf and published in 1932 by Verlag … Continue reading Erziehungs-Flagellantismus

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Casanova’s Histoire de ma vie

July 10, 2025October 26, 2025 Karen

Giacomo Casanova (1725 – 1798), the infamous 18th-century Venetian adventurer, is synonymous with seduction, intrigue, and a life lived on the edge. His memoir, Histoire de ma vie (Story of My Life), is more than just a recounting of romantic … Continue reading Casanova’s Histoire de ma vie

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Thérèse Philosophe

July 10, 2025October 26, 2025 Karen

Thérèse Philosophe (Therese the Philosopher) is a 1748 French novel ascribed to Jean-Baptiste de Boyer, Marquis d’Argens, or, according to a minority opinion, Denis Diderot and others. It has been chiefly regarded as a pornographic novel, which accounts for its massive sales in 18th-century France.  For … Continue reading Thérèse Philosophe

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Les erreurs de l’amour

July 10, 2025October 26, 2025 Karen

Nobody knows who the mysterious Jer. Bar. de Lapin is, or exactly where and when the artistically accomplished and psychologically disturbing portfolio of etchings they produced was published.HonestErotica Continue reading Les erreurs de l’amour

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Venus in Fur

July 10, 2025January 24, 2026 Karen

The story Venus in Furs (originally Venus im Pelz) is a tale that quickens the heart of many FemDom enthusiasts. The book was written by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch and is his most famous work. The story is part of a … Continue reading Venus in Fur

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  • The Berkley Horse
    The Berkley Horse has inspired artists for nearly two centuries. From early 19th-century engravings to modern fetish illustrations and photography, its elegant design has been reinterpreted in countless ways. Artists emphasize both its strict functionality and the erotic vulnerability it creates, making it one of the most iconic and enduring images in BDSM and spanking art.
  • Biederer Studio: Pioneers of Early Fetish Photography
    In interwar Paris, Studio Biederer, founded by brothers Jacques and Charles Biederer, revolutionized erotic photography, laying the foundation for modern fetish and BDSM art. Despite their tragic end during the Holocaust, their pioneering work in still images and early films continues to influence the genre and is preserved through dedicated online archives.
  • Louis Malteste
    Louis Malteste (1862-1928), known as Jacques d'Icy, was a French illustrator and writer who contributed significantly to vintage BDSM art. His works, prominently featured in the Belle Époque, blended erotic themes with sophisticated artistry. Malteste's distinctive style captured moments of discipline and vulnerability, influencing early 20th-century erotic literature and illustration.
  • Das Lasterhafte Weib
    In her provocative anthology, "Das Lasterhafte Weib," Countess Agnes Eszterházy explores female sexuality through confessions, case studies, and vintage photographs. It highlights women's active roles in kink and challenges societal norms, offering a pre-Nazi glimpse into a vibrant, complex understanding of desire. This volume remains a significant artifact of Weimar eroticism.
  • Carlo
    Carlo, likely the French artist Charles Antoine Odis (1877–1936), was one of the most prolific illustrators of 1930s BDSM and fetish literature. Active between 1930 and 1937, he created nearly 390 plates for over 25 erotic albums, featuring elegant dominatrices in corsets and stiletto heels across themes of discipline, female domination, pony play, and bondage. His distinctive, playful style profoundly influenced vintage fetish art.

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