Edna, (Mrs Oscar Mendelsohn) 1942

Max Meldrum’s 1942 oil painting, "Edna, (Mrs Oscar Mendelsohn)", is a portrait of a woman in a floral patterned blouse. The sitter is looking slightly to the viewer's left, with a serious expression, and a gentle, loose brushstroke style gives the painting a sense of warmth and intimacy. Meldrum was a noted New Zealand painter known for his portraits and landscapes, and this work exemplifies his skill in capturing subtle details and mood in his subjects.