The image is a portrait of a man, painted in a realistic style. The man is shown from the waist up, with his head slightly tilted to the side. He has a beard and mustache, and his hair is styled in a messy, curly manner. He is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and a black tie. The background is a dark blue, with a hint of yellow and orange. The painting is done in a loose, impressionistic style, with loose brushstrokes and loose lines. The overall mood of the image is somber and contemplative.