Gerda Wegener (1886-1940) was a Danish artist and illustrator.  She was married to the artist Einar Wegener, who modeled for Gerda in female guise until eventually choosing to undergo sex reassignment surgery in 1931.  Upon the completion of the procedure, the King of Denmark declared their marriage null and void.

Her life, their life, is fascinating.

(F/lthy Gorgeous Th/ngs)

May 25, 2009, 12:10am