This artwork, rendered in an impressionistic style with visible, expressive brushstrokes, depicts a woman in a millinery shop. She is dressed in a dark green dress and is shown in profile, leaning against a counter while inspecting a piece of fabric or a hat in her hands. Her expression is focused and contemplative.
Surrounding the woman on the counter and on stands are several hats, each with distinct features. A bright orange hat stands near the back, while a straw hat adorned with colorful, textured floral arrangements sits prominently in the center on a stand. In the foreground, resting on the counter, is a soft, light blue hat accented with a dark blue ribbon. The scene is set within an interior space with a deep red-toned wooden counter providing a warm contrast to the cooler tones of the background.
The overall colour palette is rich and earthy, dominated by burnt oranges, olive greens, and muted blues. The lighting is soft and ambient, suggesting an intimate shop interior. The application of paint is thick and textural, capturing the essence of the period and the textures of the fabrics and materials displayed. The composition places the woman at the center-right, balancing the weight of the various hats clustered on the left side of the frame.