The artwork is a horizontal chronophotograph depicting a man riding a bicycle. The sequence captures multiple exposures of the same figure in motion across the frame, showing the progression of cycling. The man is clad in a light-colored outfit, including a cap, and the bicycle has large, prominent wheels. The background is dark, providing a high contrast that emphasizes the figure and the bicycle's form. The repeated images show each position with a slightly different posture as the man pedals. The bottom of the image features a lighter strip.