Capri 

Here we see "Capri," an oil painting by Lili Elbe, though the date of its creation is unknown. Elbe lived during a time when gender identity and expression were heavily policed and pathologized. "Capri" shows a sun-drenched landscape, two figures are captured in a moment of leisure. The women are dressed in the style of the 1920s, and the scene is filled with light and vibrant colors that evoke a sense of freedom. But consider this moment and its expression alongside Elbe's personal journey and her struggle for identity and acceptance. Elbe, one of the first recipients of gender confirmation surgery, was born Einar Wegener. The painting's setting, Capri, was a popular destination for artists and writers, especially those seeking refuge from societal norms. "Capri" then, can be seen as more than just a landscape; it's a reflection of longing, a search for identity, and an exploration of personal freedom. It is a vibrant expression of the possibility of being one’s truest self.