The image shows an engraving of a full bust portrait of a seated man identified as Lord Chancellor Bacon. He is positioned facing forward with his body slightly angled to the right. His facial features include a long face with a mustache and beard, gazing directly at the viewer. His hair appears to be curly or wavy, extending to the sides, and he wears a tall hat with some decorative elements on top. Lord Chancellor Bacon is attired in a detailed garment with puffed sleeves and a richly patterned fabric, complemented by a wide, ornate lace collar. He is wearing a ring on his finger and a buttoned up garment. He is holding an open book and is seated in a high-backed chair. To his left, there is a scientific apparatus on a table. The background is a simple textured pattern, and the image is framed within a rectangular border, with text below describing the scene. The paper has a sepia tone with some aging marks.