The image shows a stylized portrait of a person's face in a close-up view. The person is looking slightly to the side with a tilted head. The facial features are bold and exaggerated, with large eyes, a prominent nose, and full lips. The hair is depicted with large strokes, suggesting shoulder-length. The style is graphic with thick black lines against a light background. There are no visible clothing or accessories, and the focus is solely on the expressive facial representation. The signature "Emil Nolde" is in the bottom right corner as part of the artwork.