A woman in a long gown stands in profile at the right of the frame, her head bowed and her hair gathered in a low bun. Her figure is built from the same chunky, layered strokes as the background, so she seems to dissolve into the surface around her.

The palette stays within powder blues, frosted whites and a few touches of cream. Raised ridges of paint catch the light and give the painting a quiet, sculpted texture. The mood is hushed and contemplative.