The artwork depicts a dramatic scene featuring a woman, identified as the sorceress Morgan le Fay, standing in a dim, cluttered chamber. She is shown in profile, leaning forward with an intense, pained expression, her arms extended as if casting a powerful spell. Her attire is elaborate and regal, consisting of a deep green robe with a flowing purple cloak draped over her shoulders, accented by a distinctive leopard-skin pelt worn at her waist. Her skirt is embellished with intricate golden symbols of alchemy and astrology.
Set within a dark, interior space, the composition is dense with occult details. Beside her stands a small wooden cabinet housing a collection of metallic charms and vessels. A flickering flame, potentially from a candle or small brazier, casts a warm, concentrated glow on her face and hands, providing a stark contrast to the shadowy background. Behind her, the hazy silhouette of a loom is visible against a twilight-tinged opening, adding a sense of depth and mystery to the workshop setting.
The painting employs a rich, jewel-toned colour palette, dominated by deep greens, vibrant purples, and golden yellows, punctuated by the dark shadows of the chamber. Created with a realistic, Pre-Raphaelite aesthetic, the image emphasizes fine detail, from the expressive texture of the leopard skin to the carefully rendered astronomical symbols on her gown. The mood is one of focused, supernatural tension, capturing the sorceress at a moment of significant mystical activity.