The image shows a circular phenakistoscope disc, a precursor to animation. The disc is a pale yellow color and features a series of sequential illustrations arranged radially around a central point. Each illustration depicts a man in a different pose, suggesting a running or jumping action. The figures are drawn in a simple, somewhat cartoonish style with red jackets and dark trousers. Around the perimeter of the disc are evenly spaced, dark vertical slots or spokes, which would have been viewed through when spinning the disc to create the illusion of movement. At the very center of the disc is a smaller circular area with text written on it, though the text is difficult to read. The overall impression is of a vintage optical toy designed to create a basic animated effect.