Nude & erotic art painting laboratorio: Sensual Icons
Sensual Icon Gallery
Where the forbidden becomes unforgettable.
Welcome to my sanctuary of sensual power — a curated collection of Sensual Icons and Polyptychs that honour the naked truth of the female form.
Not decorations, but invocations.
Each piece is a one-of-a-kind original — no prints, no copies, only presence.
The Alchemy of Touch
Crafted with fine Flemish linen, sealed in twelve layers of gesso, and painted with rare pigments bound in egg and oil.
Every surface is a skin — luminous, layered, alive.
Backed by my knowledge as a chemist and the wisdom of the Old Masters, these works are made to endure — in time, and in you.
Made to Transform
Part of my Home Jewelry Collection, these paintings are created to ignite, not to blend in.
Each comes with a certificate of authenticity — and a silent promise:
You won’t forget what you’ve seen.
Have a question? Or interested in a commission?
Contact me, I’d be honoured.
Explore the Icons
OPUS II Whispers of Temptation
Title: Whispers of Temptation
Year of Creation: 2019–2023
Dimensions: 33 × 90 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Custom-designed, fully handmade and water-gilded (12 kt white gold leaf on Red Armenian Earth) — created by Edwin IJpeij
Inspired by the eternal tension between Mary Magdalene and the femme fatale, Whispers of Temptation evokes a presence that is both sacred and seductive. She does not demand meaning — she invites surrender. Status: AVAILABLE
Year of Creation: 2019–2023
Dimensions: 33 × 90 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Custom-designed, fully handmade and water-gilded (12 kt white gold leaf on Red Armenian Earth) — created by Edwin IJpeij
Inspired by the eternal tension between Mary Magdalene and the femme fatale, Whispers of Temptation evokes a presence that is both sacred and seductive. She does not demand meaning — she invites surrender. Status: AVAILABLE
This painting is available for purchase on Artplode Online Gallery
OPUS I: The Forbidden Fruit
Title: Le Fruit Défendu
Year of Creation: 2019–2023
Dimensions: 33 × 90 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Fully handmade and water-gilded (13.6 kt white gold on Red Armenian Earth), custom-crafted by Edwin IJpeij
Le Fruit Défendu is a tribute to the sensual power and mystery of the feminine form. Drawing inspiration from Courbet’s L’Origine du Monde and the tale of Adam and Eve, this piece captures a woman who embodies confidence, mastery, and enigma. Her hidden face intensifies the intrigue, while her luminous skin, rendered with authentic pigments, invites closer contemplation. She is not merely desire — she is sovereignty, choice, and quiet strength. Status: AVAILABLE
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Fully handmade and water-gilded (13.6 kt white gold on Red Armenian Earth), custom-crafted by Edwin IJpeij
Le Fruit Défendu is a tribute to the sensual power and mystery of the feminine form. Drawing inspiration from Courbet’s L’Origine du Monde and the tale of Adam and Eve, this piece captures a woman who embodies confidence, mastery, and enigma. Her hidden face intensifies the intrigue, while her luminous skin, rendered with authentic pigments, invites closer contemplation. She is not merely desire — she is sovereignty, choice, and quiet strength. Status: AVAILABLE
This painting is available for purchase on Artplode Online Gallery
The Girl with the Mysterious Eyes
Title: La Fille aux Yeux Mystérieux
Year of Creation: 2019
Dimensions: 31 × 33 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
La Fille aux Yeux Mystérieux is an intriguing tronie portrait of a young woman, confident and playfully provocative. Her eyes seem to shift between green and blue depending on the light, and her subtle smile invites a silent dialogue. She knows what she wants, and her glance—half over her shoulder—challenges you to discover her story.
Status: In a major art collection in Belgium
Year of Creation: 2019
Dimensions: 31 × 33 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
La Fille aux Yeux Mystérieux is an intriguing tronie portrait of a young woman, confident and playfully provocative. Her eyes seem to shift between green and blue depending on the light, and her subtle smile invites a silent dialogue. She knows what she wants, and her glance—half over her shoulder—challenges you to discover her story.
Status: In a major art collection in Belgium
Seinsuelle
Title: Seinsuelle
Year of Creation: 2019
Dimensions: 31 × 33 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Seinsuelle—a blend of the French words seins (bosom) and elle (she)—celebrates the power and beauty of the feminine form. Through intimate close-up views and a striking palette of black, white, and red, this painting captures sensuality and allure with a modern edge. The model’s confident pose, with hands resting on her thighs, exudes strength, grace, and unapologetic femininity.
Status: AVAILABLE
Year of Creation: 2019
Dimensions: 31 × 33 cm
Medium: Egg tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Seinsuelle—a blend of the French words seins (bosom) and elle (she)—celebrates the power and beauty of the feminine form. Through intimate close-up views and a striking palette of black, white, and red, this painting captures sensuality and allure with a modern edge. The model’s confident pose, with hands resting on her thighs, exudes strength, grace, and unapologetic femininity.
Status: AVAILABLE
This painting is available for purchase on Artplode Online Gallery
Venice Girl III
Title: Venice Girl III
Year of Creation: 2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl III continues the journey of self-development, with the red mask symbolizing her growth and self-confidence. Through courage, passion, and embracing her feminine sensuality, she emerges stronger after passing through the gate of self-acceptance. She now shares her mission: “Beauty is within you!” While external beauty fades, inner beauty—the essence of your heart—remains the key to happiness and success. In her authenticity, she stands before you, inviting you to reveal your inner beauty. Together, let’s challenge the judgment of appearances and transform perceptions. It’s time to discover and celebrate your own unique beauty. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his expertise as a chemist. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection in London (UK)
Year of Creation: 2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl III continues the journey of self-development, with the red mask symbolizing her growth and self-confidence. Through courage, passion, and embracing her feminine sensuality, she emerges stronger after passing through the gate of self-acceptance. She now shares her mission: “Beauty is within you!” While external beauty fades, inner beauty—the essence of your heart—remains the key to happiness and success. In her authenticity, she stands before you, inviting you to reveal your inner beauty. Together, let’s challenge the judgment of appearances and transform perceptions. It’s time to discover and celebrate your own unique beauty. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his expertise as a chemist. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection in London (UK)
Venice Girl II
Title: Venice Girl II
Year of Creation: 2017–2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl II continues the exploration of a woman’s self-development. She wears a Venetian mask, yet her posture radiates newfound confidence as she steps through the gate of liberation. Edwin captures the essence of her ongoing journey, showcasing her movement toward empowerment. The mask remains, symbolizing the lingering shame rooted in her upbringing, where nudity was taboo. Despite her growth, her journey is not complete, hinting at further evolution to come in the series, with a third work already in progress. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his expertise as a chemist. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection in London (UK)
Year of Creation: 2017–2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl II continues the exploration of a woman’s self-development. She wears a Venetian mask, yet her posture radiates newfound confidence as she steps through the gate of liberation. Edwin captures the essence of her ongoing journey, showcasing her movement toward empowerment. The mask remains, symbolizing the lingering shame rooted in her upbringing, where nudity was taboo. Despite her growth, her journey is not complete, hinting at further evolution to come in the series, with a third work already in progress. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his expertise as a chemist. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection in London (UK)
Venice Girl I
Title: Venice Girl I
Year of Creation: 2017–2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl I marks the beginning of a series exploring a woman’s journey to self-awareness and inner beauty. She wears a Venetian mask and shields herself with her hands, reflecting a quiet resistance to societal beauty standards. Weary of the demands for perfection, she seeks to break free. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his chemistry expertise. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection, London, UK
Year of Creation: 2017–2018
Dimensions: 30 × 60 cm
Medium: Tempera and oil on marouflated panel
Venice Girl I marks the beginning of a series exploring a woman’s journey to self-awareness and inner beauty. She wears a Venetian mask and shields herself with her hands, reflecting a quiet resistance to societal beauty standards. Weary of the demands for perfection, she seeks to break free. Crafted on a French oak panel using Old Masters techniques, this artwork is built with the finest materials, including hand-prepared linen, egg tempera, oil, and genuine pigments prepared by Edwin himself, infusing every detail with his chemistry expertise. Frame: Handmade and water-gilded by Gregor’s Frames
Status: In a major collection, London, UK
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