This is a black and white engraving depicting a fantastical sea creature, likely a merman or a sea monster, within a decorative rectangular frame. The central figure is humanoid from the waist up, with a bearded face and a head covered by a cap or hood. The body transitions into a fish-like tail, and the creature appears to be emerging from or surrounded by waves. The creature's body is covered in intricate cross-hatching, giving it a textured appearance. Below the figure is a block of text in an old-style font, likely French, with the title 'Le morne de la mer' (The sea monster). The text is contained within a rectangular border. The entire image is framed by a highly ornate border composed of swirling floral and leaf patterns. The style of the engraving suggests it is from a historical book or publication, possibly from the 16th or 17th century. The overall impression is one of a fantastical and somewhat eerie depiction of a sea creature, typical of the imagery found in early natural histories or mythological texts.