The image is a black and white photograph of a beach scene. The photograph is taken from a high angle, looking down on the beach. On the right side of the image, there is a woman standing on the edge of a pier, holding an umbrella. She is wearing a long dress and a hat, and appears to be looking out towards the water. In the background, there are several people on the pier, some of whom are standing and some are sitting on the sand. The pier is made of concrete and has a wooden structure with a flagpole on top. There are also several buildings and a tower visible in the background. The sky is overcast and the overall mood of the photograph is somber.