This is a black and white engraving depicting a man looking through a long telescope. The man is dressed in 17th or 18th-century clothing, including a wide-brimmed hat, a coat, and breeches. He is standing with one leg slightly forward, as if in motion. The telescope is held horizontally, extending out to the left of the frame. The ground is indicated by a few simple lines. The image is framed by a double border, and there is text at the bottom that reads 'XXXVI TROMBA MARINA'. The number '82' is in the upper right corner. The style of the engraving is detailed and precise, with cross-hatching used to create shading and texture.