This delicate drawing captures the serene and poised expression of a woman, rendered with graceful lines and soft shading. The sketch emphasizes the subject's delicate facial features, particularly her calm, confident eyes and slightly parted lips that suggest a quiet inner world. The light touches of reddish tones add warmth to her cheeks and lips, giving a lifelike blush amidst the otherwise monochromatic pencil work. The flowing lines around her head and arm hint at a softly draped fabric or an airy atmosphere, enhancing the sense of gentle elegance.

The composition strikes a balance between detailed attention and airy spontaneity; the face and hand are where the artist’s intensity concentrates, while the rest of the figure dissolves into fluid, almost fleeting strokes. This interplay between precision and looseness draws the viewer’s eye into the woman’s subtle expression and disposition. The style is evocative of early 20th-century portrait sketches which emphasize both realism and impressionistic freedom, inviting emotional intimacy and quiet reflection. It transports the observer to a private moment of calm and introspection, beautifully captured with minimal means.