The sculpture depicts a male figure dressed in an older style suit, complete with a long coat, waistcoat, and cravat. He is posed with one arm raised upward and the other bent at the elbow, holding what appears to be a book or paper against his chest. The sculpture is primarily rendered in browns and blacks, creating the appearance of clothing, while the face and hands are a lighter color, giving it a realistic skin tone. The material looks like painted wood, as it has a textured, grainy appearance. The base of the sculpture bears the inscription "COL S. SELLERS." The sculpture stands upright on a rectangular base, and is viewed directly from the front.