Girl with a doll – Convalescent
1892
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1892
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
The painting depicts a young girl reclining on a bed, cradling a doll in her arms. She wears a blue dress with a white underskirt and a matching headband, and her blonde hair is styled in loose curls. The girl's gaze is directed downward, her attention focused on the doll. A small table beside the bed holds a bottle, a glass, and a plate of fruit. In the background, a dark wall features a framed picture, adding depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the girl lost in thought as she tends to her doll. This painting invites comparison with the works of Wandalin Strzałecki, an artist known for his sensitive portrayals of everyday life.
