The image is a portrait of a man, painted in an ornate gold frame. The man is sitting in a chair, with his left hand resting on a book. He is wearing a blue robe with gold embroidery and a white shawl draped over his shoulders. He has long curly hair and is looking directly at the viewer with a serious expression. In the background, there is a view of a cityscape with a dome-shaped building and a cloudy sky. The painting is done in a realistic style, with vibrant colors and intricate details.