This is a black and white engraving depicting a 'Vanitas' still life. The composition is centered around a human skull resting on a draped table. To the left of the skull is a tall, ornate candlestick holding a lit candle. Above and behind the skull is a large, decorative urn with a lid. A length of draped fabric falls down the right side of the composition, adding depth and texture. Scattered around the skull are wilting flowers, symbolizing the transience of life. A scroll is visible at the bottom of the image, with text in Latin. An hourglass is partially visible beneath the drapery, further emphasizing the theme of mortality. The overall mood is somber and reflective, typical of 'Vanitas' paintings which were meant to remind viewers of the inevitability of death and the futility of earthly pleasures.