Mona Lisa Was A Trans Woman

Unraveling the Untold Secrets of La Gioconda’s Enigmatic Smile

Nathan Chen
5 min readJul 17, 2023
Photo by The Free Birds on Unsplash

Welcome aboard, dear reader! It’s time for a quick jaunt down the rabbit hole. As the old saying goes, “If you don’t know your history, you’re doomed to repeat it.” But who says we can’t have a bit of fun along the way? Buckle up, because it’s going to be a wild ride.

It’s a universal truth that the Mona Lisa, or La Gioconda as she’s called in Italy, has been the apple of the art world’s eye for centuries. Let’s face it, her intriguing smile, those enchanting eyes, and the aura of mystery have had us all captivated since, well, forever. We’ve spent hours poring over textbooks, falling asleep during history classes, and even popping quizzes about her. But what if I told you there’s more to her story? What if the Mona Lisa, in all her glory, was actually a trans woman?

Yes, you read that right, folks. Your jaw dropping to the floor? Mine did too, initially. But hear me out, because the world’s most famous painting might just be harboring an untold secret.

The Mona Lisa, painted by the ever so illustrious Leonardo da Vinci in the 16th century, has been subject to countless theories. Yet the one we’re dissecting today tops them all. The theory suggesting Mona Lisa was a trans woman is not just a mind-boggling proposition…

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Nathan Chen

I'm Nathan Chen, a queer Asian writer advocating for LGBTQ+ issues, Asian representation, work life & mental health. Let's explore life's complexities together!