This is a black and white engraving depicting a scene of mortality. A skeleton, representing Death, is shown tapping on the shoulder of a man who is meticulously examining himself in a mirror. The man is dressed in 18th-century attire, including a waistcoat and breeches, and appears to be applying rouge to his cheeks. He is oblivious to the presence of Death, focused solely on his appearance. The scene takes place in a room with a table covered in books and a chair. A window is visible in the background, and a curtain hangs to the side. On the table, there is a skull, symbolizing the inevitability of death. The floor is covered with a patterned design. The engraving is highly detailed, with intricate lines and shading. The composition is dramatic, with the contrast between the living man and the skeletal figure emphasizing the theme of mortality. There is text in English and Italian at the bottom of the image.