Oil Painting: Woman by a Window, possibly 'Preparing the Meal'

This item is an antique framed oil painting depicting a domestic scene. The painting features a woman, likely engaged in needlework or knitting, positioned by a sunlit window. Her attire appears to be simple, possibly a dress or apron, rendered in muted tones. The window, on the left side of the composition, opens to a vibrant outdoor scene with discernible flowers and greenery, suggesting a garden or natural landscape. The interior space around the woman is softly lit but generally darker, creating a contrast with the bright exterior. A wooden stool or small bench is visible on the right side of the painting, adding depth to the room. The brushwork appears to be loose and impressionistic, capturing light and atmosphere rather than minute detail, characteristic of early 20th-century or late 19th-century art. The painting is housed within a substantial, ornate gilded wooden frame with visible carved or molded decorative elements, exhibiting signs of age through its rich patina and minor wear along its edges and corners. There are no immediately obvious significant condition issues such as tears or major paint loss visible from this distance, though some age-related craquelure might be present upon closer inspection. The overall quality suggests a skilled hand, though without a visible signature or artist's mark, specific manufacturing details remain unknown. The style period is likely late 19th to early 20th century, possibly reflecting a genre scene common during that era.