The image is a portrait of a man's upper body, including his head and shoulders. The man is facing slightly to his left with a composed expression. His facial features include prominent cheekbones, a straight nose, and a slight smile. He has formal 18th-century styled hair with curled sides and a voluminous top. He is dressed in a dark coat over a lighter waistcoat and a white neckcloth. The background features an oval frame of foliage and a plain background with some speckled patterns.