This is a black and white engraving depicting a dramatic scene. A woman is shown holding a platter with a severed head on it. The head is that of a man with a full beard and closed eyes. The woman is looking up and to the side with a shocked or horrified expression. She is wearing a detailed dress with a low neckline and a small crown or tiara in her hair. Her hair is long and curly. The background is dark, with a draped curtain visible on the right side. The engraving is highly detailed, with intricate lines used to create shading and texture. The overall mood is one of horror and tragedy.