This pastel, of remarkable delicacy, captures an elegant woman absorbed in her reading, seated in a garden bathed in light. The attribution to Max Liebermann, a master of German Impressionism, is plausible though unconfirmed. Several elements support this hypothesis, including the composition, the Impressionist treatment of light, and even the dimensions of the work: some known and accepted sheets by Liebermann indeed have exactly the same dimensions. However, the absence of a signature prevents a formal and definitive identification.

The vivid colors, especially the bright greens and yellows, and the Impressionist touch strongly evoke Liebermann's style, renowned for his garden scenes and intimate outdoor moments. The woman’s face is delicately blurred, creating an atmosphere of softness and intimacy. The surrounding flowers, rendered with delicate pastel strokes, enhance this impression of calm and harmony, inviting the viewer to contemplate this suspended moment.

Whether created by Liebermann himself or another highly skilled artist, this work demonstrates a great sensitivity in handling light and texture. It likely belongs to a creator influenced by the Impressionist aesthetic, possibly from Liebermann's circle, for whom capturing the fleeting beauty of a tranquil outdoor moment was a central artistic ambition.