Gertrude Stein was an American writer known for her experimental writing style and contributions to modernist literature, while "The Toilet of Venus" is a painting by Diego Velázquez depicting the Roman goddess Venus. Stein was a literary figure, while "The Toilet of Venus" is a visual artwork.
No, Gertrude Ederle was the first woman to swim the English Channel in 1926. She achieved this feat in 14 hours and 31 minutes, becoming a pioneer in long-distance swimming.