Art, literature & historyGerda Wegener
1886–1940
Selected artwork
On the Banks of the Loire (the Artists’ Colony at Beaugency)
1926
Other names (4)
Gerda Gottlieb, Gerda Marie Frederike Wegener, Gerda Marie Frederikke Wegener, Gerda Marie Fredrikke Wegener
Biography
Gerda Marie Fredrikke Wegener (née Gottlieb; 15 March 1885 – 28 July 1940) was a Danish illustrator and painter. Wegener is known for her fashion illustrations and later her paintings that pushed the boundaries of her time concerning gender and love. These works were classified as lesbian erotica at times and many were inspired by her partner, transgender painter Lili Elbe. Wegener employed these works in the styles of Art Nouveau and later Art Deco.
Gerda Wegener also drew a few comics.
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Influenced by
- Julie Meldahleditorial inference
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- Charlotte Sodeeditorial inference
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Museums & collections
Documented holdings of works attributed to Gerda Wegener. Check the museum’s record for current display information.
- cabinet des estampes et des dessins — Strasbourg1 recorded work