The photo shows a woman wearing a black and white dress with a long train. The dress is made of a heavy fabric and has a fitted bodice with a sweetheart neckline. The skirt is full and flows out from the hips. The woman is wearing a large hat with a brim that is turned up at the sides. The hat is decorated with a wide band of black ribbon. The woman is standing on a rock in a river. The water is shallow and clear. The woman is looking down at the water. Her face is serene. The photo is taken from a low angle, which makes the woman look taller and more imposing.