The image shows a man seated at a table. He is facing forward but turned slightly to the side, with his right hand resting on the table. The man has a prominent face with defined features and white curly hair that falls to his neck. He is dressed in formal attire, including a dark coat and a white cravat at his neck. His left hand is partially visible near his lap. The background features a large architectural column to his right, and a dark curtain or drapery occupies the space behind him. A table covered with a cloth resting on his right holds a paper and ink set.