The image depicts a seated portrait of a person from the waist up, shown in profile with their left side facing the viewer. The person has aged facial features with a prominent nose and cheekbones, and is wearing small glasses. Their hair is styled in curls falling over their shoulders, resembling an elaborate period hairstyle. They wear a formal garment, possibly a robe or coat, with visible folds and textures. The hands rest on the lap, one slightly over the other, with no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain and neutral, directing focus solely on the subject.