Painting reproduction handmade of the artwork
Portrait of Lili Elbe (Wegener)

An iconic portrait of Lili Elbe, the artist’s muse and partner. She is seated at a cafe table, in front of a blue seltzer siphon and a glass. She wears a simple green outfit, a blue and brown plaid scarf, and white gloves with elaborate cuffs. Her short hair and neat makeup (doe eyes, red lips) mark her transition and female affirmation. She holds a long cane or cigarette holder. The background is composed of arches and soft geometric shapes, typical of the style of the era. The gaze is soft, turned to the side, in a natural and worldly pose.