Child with curly blonde hair in brown coat holds a small black dog, oval frame
An oval-shaped portrait shows a young child holding a small black dog. The child, positioned slightly to the right of the center, faces forward with a direct gaze. The child has a round face with light skin, rosy cheeks, and small red lips. Their eyes are light blue, and their hair is light blonde and curly, framing the face. The child wears a brown coat with a wide, white lace collar and matching lace cuffs. The coat features several round brown buttons down the front and on the sleeves. A dark green sash or ribbon is draped across the child's left shoulder and waist. The child holds a small, fluffy black dog in their arms. The dog is positioned to the child's left, facing towards the left side of the frame, with its head turned slightly towards the viewer. Its fur is dark black, and its eyes are dark. A small pink tongue protrudes slightly from its mouth. The oval composition is set against a uniform, dark olive-green background. A thin brown border frames the oval, suggesting the edge of a canvas.