The photograph titled “Portrait, Washington Square Park” was taken by artist Paul Strand in the year 1916. The image is a black and white portrait capturing the expressive features of an older woman. She appears to be dressed in clothing from the early 20th century, indicative of the photograph’s age, with a hat adorned with elements that seem to be flowers or ribbons. The woman’s expression is contemplative and somewhat weary, conveying a sense of lived experience. The texture of her attire, especially her coat, is distinctly captured, adding to the depth of the photograph. The lighting is soft, casting gentle shadows on her face and accentuating the wrinkles and contours of her skin, which together with her expression, may imply wisdom or reflections on life’s experiences.