The image is a portrait of a woman in an ornate gold frame. The frame is made of wood and has a carved design around the edges. The woman is wearing a black and gold dress with a high neckline and long sleeves. She has a black shawl draped over her shoulders and her hair is styled in an updo. She is looking directly at the viewer with a serious expression on her face. The background is dark, making the woman the focal point of the frame.