Queen of the Heart - Portrait of Lili

by Gerda Wegener

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Queen of the Heart - Portrait of Lili

Artist

Gerda Wegener

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Painting - Watercolor

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Gerda Wegener (1886-1940) was a Danish artist known for her beautiful portraits and illustrations. Born in Denmark, she studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and later moved to Paris with her husband, Einar Wegener, who was also an artist.
In Paris, Gerda became known for her illustrations for fashion magazines and her portraits of high society women. She also became a fixture in the city's bohemian art scene, where she and her husband became known for their unconventional lifestyle and open-mindedness towards gender and sexuality.
Gerda's career took a dramatic turn when her husband began to identify as a woman, Lili Elbe, and underwent one of the first gender confirmation surgeries. Gerda continued to support and love Lili, even as they faced criticism and discrimination for their relationship.
Gerda's artistic style evolved during this time, and she began to focus on more abstract and surreal pieces. Sadly, Gerda's life was cut short when she died of a heart attack in 1940 at the age of 54.
Today, Gerda Wegener is recognized as a pioneering artist who challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of gender and sexuality through her art and personal life. Her legacy continues to inspire artists and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights around the world.

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March 27th, 2023

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