The image is a black and white photograph of a close-up of a shoe. The shoe appears to be a slip-on style with a round toe and a low heel. The sole of the shoe is visible, with a perforated pattern on the upper part. The background is a concrete floor with small pebbles scattered across it. The image is taken from a low angle, looking up at the shoe and the sole. The overall mood of the image is somber and contemplative.