Bearded man in a dark cap and cloak, holding a small reddish-brown book with light pages
A waist-up portrait depicts a man turned three-quarters to the left, with his head facing forward, against a plain, dark olive green background. He has fair skin, dark eyes, and a full, dark brown beard and mustache. He wears a flat, dark cap that covers his hair. His attire includes a voluminous, dark blue or charcoal cloak that drapes over his shoulders and arms, creating deep, soft folds. A darker garment is visible beneath the cloak, with a narrow band of white fabric at his neck. His right hand, positioned at the lower left of the frame, holds a small, rectangular book with a reddish-brown cover and light-colored pages. The lighting comes from the upper left, illuminating his face and the prominent folds of his cloak, creating subtle shadows on the right side of his face and body.