This impressionist-style artwork depicts a young woman working in a millinery shop, focused intently on shaping a hat held in her hands. She is positioned on the right side of the composition, leaning slightly over a large table covered in hats and materials. Her posture suggests deep concentration as she works, her gaze lowered toward the accessory she is crafting.
The foreground features a collection of elegant, ornate hats displayed on stands. A light-coloured hat with soft textures sits prominently on the left, while another sits atop a taller stand in the center, adorned with flowers or lace. Below this, a pale green hat embellished with a dark blue ribbon rests directly on the table. The table itself is a deep, warm rust-orange, providing a grounded base for the scene.
The colour palette is earthy and subdued, dominated by rich browns, ochres, and olive greens. The light seems to focus primarily on the woman and the hats, creating a gentle contrast against the shadowy, darker tones of the background. The brushwork is visible and textural, characteristic of late 19th-century impressionism, giving the scene a soft, atmospheric quality. The composition is balanced by the verticality of the hat stands and the horizontal sweep of the table, pulling the viewer into this intimate, quiet moment of craftsmanship.