The artwork depicts a famous oil painting centered on a reclining nude woman, known as Olympia. She lies across a plush bed covered in white linens, with her head propped up by pillows. Her gaze is directed straight at the viewer with an expression of calm confidence. She wears a ribbon around her neck and a flower in her hair.
Beside her, an attendant is positioned to the right, presenting a large bouquet of flowers. The background is composed of dark, moody shadows, with heavy green curtains framing the scene. A small black cat stands at the foot of the bed, arched and looking towards the woman. The composition is structured horizontally, emphasizing the elongated form of the central figure against the darker tones of the room.
The style is classical fine art, characterized by deliberate, bold brushstrokes and a stark contrast between the bright, pale skin of the central figure and the deep, rich colours of the setting. The lighting is focused primarily on the woman and the bouquet, creating a dramatic sense of depth. The overall mood is formal, enigmatic, and strikingly staged, reflecting a 19th-century academic art aesthetic.