In this delicate and intimate drawing, the artist masterfully captures the serene repose of a woman sleeping, reclining gracefully on an elaborately curved chaise lounge. The lines are fluid and effortless, executed primarily in soft charcoal with hints of reddish chalk that outline the contours of the figure and the chair's ornamental frame. The choice of minimal, expressive strokes conveys a sense of lightness, ethereality, and quiet vulnerability, inviting the viewer to almost hear the gentle breaths of the slumbering subject. The composition plays with negative space, allowing the sketch's airy simplicity to evoke both calm and a fleeting moment suspended in time.

The restrained color palette enhances the emotional intimacy, relying on a warm, earthy blend of sepia and muted black to create depth without overwhelming detail. The sketch’s loose yet confident technique reflects an Impressionist influence, where suggestion triumphs over precision. It feels as though the artist caught a private moment by chance, embracing imperfection to express the peacefulness and softness of sleep. This piece resonates with a sense of gentle humanity and quiet affection, anchoring it in the broader context of early 20th-century explorations of everyday beauty through understated elegance.