The image is a full-body portrait of a man dressed in a distinctive red robe and tall, ornate hat. He has a long, dark beard and mustache. He is holding a cane in his right hand. The robe is a deep red color and appears to be made of a heavy fabric. The hat is tall and cylindrical, with a decorative pattern. He is wearing red boots that reach mid-calf. The background is a plain, off-white color. Below the image, there is handwritten text in French, which reads 'Couloumbati-bachy, ou chef des pompiers'.