The image is a black and white photograph of a set of stairs. The stairs are made of concrete and appear to be old and weathered. The steps are arranged in a straight line, with each step slightly higher than the one below it. The bottom of the stairs is covered in dirt and grime, indicating that they have been used for a long time. The image is taken from a low angle, looking up at the stairs from below. The overall mood of the image is somber and desolate.