The image is a painting of a young woman sitting at a wooden table with a book in front of her. She is wearing a black dress with a white collar and has her hair tied up in a bun. The woman is resting her head on her hand and appears to be deep in thought. Behind her, there is a wooden bench with a floral wallpaper. The floor is covered with a patterned rug. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative.