The image displays a nocturnal scene with a rider on horseback to the right. The point of view positions the viewer slightly below and looking up towards the horizon in the center of the composition. The horizon features rolling hills and sparse vegetation. A full moon is visible in the dark sky with subtle cloud formations. The painting uses a monochromatic palette with gradients of black, grey, and white showing depth and contrast. Close by, a cow and a calf walk on a path in the snow or sand. The color scheme consists of shades of black, grey, and white, creating a stark and serene visual impact. Bare trees and grass tufts with long shadows contribute to the moonlit atmosphere.