The photo shows a black-and-white portrait of a woman, likely taken in the 1940s. The woman has dark hair styled in a classic wave, with a center part. She is wearing a dark dress with a high collar and a light-colored flower pinned to her lapel. Her makeup is dark and dramatic, with heavy eyeliner and dark lipstick. She is looking at the camera with a serious expression. The photo is taken from a high angle, and the woman's face is in shadow. The background is a light gray.