This captivating portrait rendered in fine, expressive lines captures a woman of intriguing elegance and poise. The work uses delicate cross-hatching and vigorous strokes to build texture and depth, particularly in the fur collar and the elaborate hat, which crown the figure with a wild, tempestuous energy contrasting the calm, resolved expression of her face. Her eyes, gazing off to the side, seem alive with whispered stories, while her subtle lips hint at both reserve and curiosity. The stark contrast between the dark, dense blacks of the fur and hat and the pale, untouched expanse of paper surrounding her gives the piece a striking immediacy—the figure almost emerging from the void. The interplay of light and shadow reveals not only the artist's technical mastery but also an emotional subtlety, evoking a sense of quiet introspection beneath the stylish exterior.

The composition is minimalist yet powerful; the minimal background allows full focus on the subject without distraction, evoking the intimate closeness of a private moment caught in time. The sketch’s monochrome palette of blacks and warm off-white highlights the timelessness and classic aura of the subject, a fashionable woman from the Belle Époque or early 20th century France. It reflects the era's artistic fascination with capturing fleeting beauty and fashionable sophistication through the freshness of drawing. This piece’s charm lies in its ability to transcend mere representation, inviting the viewer to imagine the personality and life behind the serene gaze, wrapped in luxurious textures drawn with flowing, confident lines.