The image is a portrait engraving showing a bust-length view of a person in profile, facing to the right. The individual is seated or depicted upright, with their head turned slightly in profile. They have curly hair that reaches their shoulders, and their facial features include a prominent nose and a defined chin. The person is dressed in formal attire, consisting of a coat with a high collar. The background of the portrait consists of an oval frame set against a textured rectangular field, with an inscription below the image that reads "J. DE LA BRUYERE." The entire setup is rendered in a monochromatic style characteristic of engravings. The space surrounding the portrait is blank and forms the outer border of the engraving.