The image is a black and white photograph of a mother and her young son hugging each other tightly. The mother is holding the son close to her chest and the son is looking down at her with a sad expression on his face. The background is blurred, but it appears to be an outdoor setting with trees and a fence visible. The image is taken from a low angle, with the mother's arms wrapped around the son in a loving embrace. The overall mood of the image is one of sadness and tenderness.