Head study for ‘The Enchanted Garden’ 1916

This oil painting by John William Waterhouse from 1916, known as ‘Head study for ‘The Enchanted Garden’, depicts a woman with a white veil looking up and slightly to the right. The Pre-Raphaelite artist is known for his paintings of female figures in allegorical and mythological scenes. The study of a female face is a common theme in art history and provides insight into the artist's style. This head study might have been used as reference material for a larger painting, showcasing Waterhouse's artistic process.