Heart's Ease

"Heart's Ease" by William P. W. Dana depicts a woman lying down on a bed or a couch. The woman is reclining on two large white pillows. She is dressed in white clothing with billowy sleeves. Her right arm is raised, and her hand rests near her chest or neck. The woman's face is the central focus, appearing pale with dark hair. There are flowers on her body and on a table to her left. The overall atmosphere of the painting appears somber and melancholic, with dark tones dominating the background. The woman's expression seems contemplative or sorrowful.