The black and white photograph depicts Josephine Baker, an American-born French dancer, singer, and actress, performing on stage at the Folies-Bergère in Paris in 1926. She is wearing her famous banana skirt and belt, which consists of artificial bananas wrapped around her waist and hips. Josephine is dancing energetically and smiling at the audience, with her arms lifted and legs crossed in midair. The background shows a group of musicians playing instruments, while the stage is decorated with palm trees and a large moon. The image captures the exuberance and sensuality of Josephine's performance, which made her a beloved icon of Parisian nightlife and an important figure in the history of jazz music and dance.