This is a black and white woodcut illustration from a historical text. The central image depicts a fantastical scene. A man, likely a captain as indicated by the text below, is riding on the back of a large, elephant-like creature with a long, curved trunk. The creature has feathered legs and a somewhat bird-like head. The man is dressed in elaborate clothing, with a feathered headdress and flowing garments. He appears to be holding a long, thin object, possibly a spear or staff. The scene is set on a rough, grassy terrain with small hills or mounds. The style of the illustration is somewhat crude and stylized, typical of woodcuts from the period. Below the image is a block of text in an old-style font, likely French, with the title 'Le capitaine sauvage' (The Savage Captain). The text is arranged in lines and appears to be a poem or description related to the image. The entire image is framed by a decorative border with floral and geometric motifs. The border is intricate and adds to the overall aesthetic of the illustration. The paper appears aged and slightly discolored, suggesting the illustration is from an old book or document.