Mrs. Sylvanus Bourne

The portrait depicts a seated woman wearing a brown dress, a white shawl draped over her shoulders, and a white cap covering her hair. She sits on a green chair with gold upholstery tacks, holding a book on her lap with both hands. Her attire includes long white gloves. The background is dark on the left side and lighter on the right, gradating to a lighter shade. The woman's facial expression appears serious. She is positioned centrally in the frame. Her gaze is directed towards the viewer.