The image depicts a scene with soldiers at a riverbank. The soldiers, some on horseback and others on foot, wear armor and helmets. In the foreground, a figure on horseback gestures towards the river where other soldiers are drinking water. To the left, a larger group heads towards the river, some with camels and spears. The background shows mountainous terrain under a cloudy sky. The composition centers around the figure directing attention towards the action at the water.