The image shows a man riding a horse. He is seated upright on the horse with one hand holding the reins and the other hand raised while holding a scepter. The man has facial hair, wavy shoulder-length hair, and wears royal clothing including a high collar, a sash, a crown, and leg armor. The horse is elaborately saddled and reined with decorative patterns. In the background, there is a city or townscape with buildings, towers, and ships. The image includes a crest or emblem and text identifying the figure as James I.