The image shows a man sitting on a wooden crate at a small table, depicted from the side. He is focused on a drawing or sketch, leaning slightly forward. His face is in profile with a smooth complexion, sharp nose, and high cheekbones. He has short, dark hair and is wearing a white shirt with rolled-up sleeves and blue trousers. He is barefoot. Around him is a cluttered workspace with papers, a drinking glass, and a crumpled sheet on the floor. A painting or drawing is propped up near the table. The background shows an urban setting through a tall window, with neighboring brick buildings, fire escapes, and a potted plant on the windowsill. Striped red and white curtains frame the window.