This is a sepia-toned etching of a man's head and shoulders. The style is loose and expressive, with many short, quick lines creating a sense of texture and movement. The man is depicted from the chest up, facing forward. His face is somewhat gaunt, with deep-set eyes and a prominent nose. He has a mustache and a slight smirk. His hair is curly and disheveled. He is wearing a dark, high-collared garment. The background is dark and indistinct, created with dense cross-hatching. The overall effect is one of introspection and melancholy.