11. Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven
Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven: Dadaist Iconoclast Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, born Else Hildegard Plötz on July 12, 1874, in Swinemünde, Germany, was a pioneering figure in the Dada movement, known for her radical performances, provocative poetry, and avant-garde art. Her fearless defiance of societal norms and her relentless creativity continue to inspire contemporary female artists, particularly as we explore the new digital frontier of the Metaverse. A Revolutionary in Art and LifeElsa von Freytag-Loringhoven’s life was as unconventional as her art. She moved to Berlin in her early twenties, where she became part of the bohemian scene. After marrying the Baron Leopold von Freytag-Loringhoven, she relocated to the United States, where her artistic career truly flourished. In New York, she became a...