Lili Elbe

Danish painter and pioneer of transgender art

Lili Elbe - Danish painter and pioneer of transgender art
Born

December 28th, 1882
142 years ago

Died

September 13th, 1931
93 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Denmark

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A notable painter and one of the first known recipients of gender confirmation surgery, significant works included landscapes and portraits. Her journey from male to female identity explored themes of gender and self-expression. Elbe's life and art heavily influenced discussions around gender identity in the early 20th century. The book 'Man into Woman,' which documented her transition, contributed to her posthumous recognition. She passed away in 1931 due to complications from surgery.

First transgender woman to undergo surgery

Published the autobiographical book 'Man into Woman'

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