Elsie, Emma and Marjorie, second stone

George Bellows

National Gallery of Art

The image displays three women seated on a settee. The women are depicted from the upper body to the knees. The first woman on the left is seated on a chair, turned slightly toward the others, with dark hair styled up and a pale complexion. She wears an elegant gown with a dark bodice and a lighter skirt, and a bracelet adorns her wrist. The second woman, centered and facing forward, has dark hair with bangs and is gazing ahead. She is dressed in a richly detailed gown with ruffles. The third woman, sitting to the right and leaning toward the central figure, has lighter hair styled in an updo with bangs. She wears a light-colored dress with lace details and holds something in her hands. In the background, shadowy figures of other people can be seen standing and likely engaged in conversation. The setting appears to be indoors, with detailed upholstered furniture implying a formal or elegant environment.