The print itself measures approximately 5 1/2 x 4 7/8 inches and is pasted to paper board matting. This print is credited as being by William E. Irwin c. 1897 in Chickasha, Indian Territory. It features a female Native American, likely Kiowa, faced away from the camera, wearing a floral patterned shawl and a traditional cradle board carrying a child, or "papoose", who is glaring at the camera. The woman in the photograph is often cited as being Martha Napawat. Below the photo on the matting is marked "An Old Kiowa Squaw and Pappoose Kiowa" in old ink. The back is marked by a similar hand in pencil with "Lizzie Esther Royalty" which has been crossed out in blue ink with the added marking "Michael J. Cernik" in the same blue ink. Including the matting it measures 10 x 6 1/2 inches.

Fine, the print showing distinct image with some light wear, primarily on the edges. The matting shows extensive staining and age discoloration giving it an attractive antique appearance overall.