This is a black and white engraving depicting a woman in elaborate clothing, likely from a historical or allegorical context. The woman is shown in profile, facing left. She is wearing a voluminous, layered gown with intricate detailing, suggesting a high social status. A large, decorative headpiece adorns her hair. She is holding a small bird in her hand, possibly a falcon or similar raptor. Her posture is somewhat stiff and formal. Below the image is a line of text in French, reading "La barbare.", followed by several lines of smaller text. The image is framed by a decorative border of repeating geometric patterns. The ground beneath her feet is sparsely decorated with small plants or shrubs. The style of the engraving suggests it is from a historical book or print, possibly dating back to the 16th or 17th century.