The painting portrays a ballet dancer, captured in a dynamic and elegant pose, embodying the character Giselle from the romantic ballet of the same name. She is dressed in a delicate light white tutu, which cascades in soft, airy layers, adding to the ethereal quality of her appearance. Her pose is both poised and expressive, with one arm gracefully lifted above her head and the other extended slightly to the side, suggesting a moment of emotional intensity within the dance. The background is dark, focusing all attention on her, while vivid strokes of orange and yellow paint at her side evoke a fiery, almost supernatural element, perhaps alluding to the dramatic and tragic elements of Giselle’s story. This use of color and contrast not only highlights the dancer’s graceful form but also enhances the dramatic impact of the scene.