The image is a black and white photograph depicting a woman on the sidewalk standing on a scale. She is wearing a short black dress with an open back, high heels, seamed stockings and holding a purse. The scene has an urban, retro feel with wear visible on the scale and surroundings. The woman's posture and attire is elegant, though her identity and exact circumstances are not explicitly stated. The photograph captures a raw, unvarnished moment of city life.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​