The image is a black and white etching of a mother and child walking on a beach. The mother is standing with her back to the viewer, facing away from the viewer. She is wearing a long dress and a shawl draped over her shoulders. The child is walking ahead of her, with their arms around her waist. The background shows a cityscape with buildings and a body of water. The sky is overcast and the overall mood of the image is somber. The etching is done in a realistic style, with careful attention to detail in the shading and texture.