The image shows a man from the waist up, facing slightly to the left and looking directly at the viewer. He has a neatly trimmed mustache and goatee, curled medium-length hair partially covered by a black cap, and is dressed in period attire with a large white collar, a dark robe, and visible sleeves with turned-up cuffs. In his right hand, he holds a closed book resting on his chest, with his left hand placed over it. The background includes a dark curtain on the left side and a plain light-colored wall behind him. At the bottom of the image, text identifies the person as Mr. Sydrach Simpson, along with details of his academic and religious roles.