Portrait study of a wife, a sketch to "Strange Garden" 1903

"Portrait Study of a Wife, a Sketch to 'Strange Garden'" is a 1903 oil painting by Polish artist Józef Mehoffer. This intimate portrait captures the artist's wife in a simple yet elegant pose, her head adorned with a large, dark hat with a green feather. The soft light highlights her features, creating a sense of warmth and intimacy, characteristic of Mehoffer's portraiture. The painting, a study for a larger work, "Strange Garden", is a captivating glimpse into Mehoffer's artistic process and his deep connection with his wife.