This is a black and white illustration with a haunting, ethereal quality. The central figure is a spectral, almost translucent person rising or floating upwards. The figure is depicted with flowing hair and a long, draped garment that seems to billow around them, suggesting movement and a lack of earthly grounding. The figure's form is not sharply defined, contributing to the ghostly impression. Below the figure is a dark, rectangular stone or block, which appears to be the point from which the figure is ascending. The background is filled with swirling, textured lines that create a sense of atmosphere and depth. These lines suggest a misty or otherworldly space, reinforcing the spectral nature of the scene. The overall style is reminiscent of late 19th or early 20th-century illustration, with a focus on line work and shading to create mood and emotion. The caption at the bottom reads "THE SPECTRE ROSE INTO SPACE."