The image is a portrait of a man's face, painted in a realistic style. The man appears to be in his late thirties or early 20th century, with white hair that is styled in a messy, curly manner. He has a serious expression on his face and is looking directly at the viewer with a slight frown. He is wearing a dark blue coat with a white collar and a white cravat around his neck. The background is a neutral color, and the painting is done in a loose, impressionistic style with loose brushstrokes. The overall mood of the image is somber and contemplative.