Portrait of a Woman, Estoril, Portugal 1950

"Portrait of a Woman, Estoril, Portugal" is a 1950 black and white photograph by Gordon Parks. The image features a woman, dressed in a fur coat and glasses, sitting in the foreground. The woman's face is partially obscured by the fur, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue. The composition is striking, with the woman's gaze drawn towards the viewer, creating a sense of directness and intimacy. This photograph, taken during Parks' time in Europe, captures the essence of his early photographic style, which often focused on capturing the everyday lives of ordinary people.