The central focus of this impressionist oil painting is a stylish woman walking along a bustling city street. She wears a dark blue, fitted jacket and a prominent, vibrant red skirt with a ruffled bustle. Her outfit is completed by a straw hat adorned with large, fluffy red feathers and yellow accents. She leans slightly forward, holding a closed dark umbrella in one hand while a small, energetic white dog trots beside her near the lower left.
The scene is set on a Parisian-style boulevard, capturing the atmosphere of a busy afternoon. In the background, other pedestrians, including a man in a top hat and formal wear, navigate the street. A horse-drawn carriage is visible in the middle ground, adding to the period detail. The background features blurred silhouettes of trees, a gas lamp post, and city architecture under a cloudy, pale blue sky.
The painting uses a soft, painterly technique with visible brushstrokes, typical of 19th-century realism and impressionism. The colour palette is dominated by the striking red of the woman's skirt, contrasted against the cool, muted tones of the street and the earthy browns of the surrounding figures and trees. The light is diffused, suggesting an overcast day, which softens the textures of the clothing and the cobblestone-like surface of the street. The composition creates a sense of casual elegance and everyday life in a historic urban setting.