This is a lithograph depicting a man on his way to California during the Gold Rush. He is dressed in a dark green coat with gold trim, a matching hat, and red pants. He carries a variety of tools and supplies over his shoulder, including a shovel, a gold pan, a canteen, and a bag. He is wearing tall black boots. The man is standing in a field of tall grass and vegetation. Below the image is a banner that reads, 'The Independent Gold Hunter on His Way to California. I Neither Borrow Nor Lend.' There is also a small sign that reads, 'To St. Louis - 2,350 Miles. To California - 1,700 Miles.' The image is in a vintage style, with a focus on detail and realism. The colors are muted and the overall effect is one of nostalgia and adventure.