The image is an etching of an elderly woman, showing her upper body in a seated position, with her hands clasped in her lap. She is portrayed in profile, facing the right side of the image. Her facial features are defined, with a prominent nose and soft lines on her face, indicating age. Her hair is styled in an updo, pulled back neatly from her face. She is dressed in a dark, textured shawl wrapped around her shoulders and a long dress. The etching's background is simple, featuring scratched lines that create a textured effect. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or objects held by the subject. The overall tone of the image is monochromatic, with varying shades of gray.