The artwork is a post-impressionist self-portrait featuring a man with a reddish-brown beard wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat. The subject is positioned centrally and stares directly at the viewer with an intense, contemplative expression. The man wears a simple blue smock or shirt, providing a bold contrast to the warm, golden hues of his hat and beard.
The style is characterized by thick, visible brushstrokes and a vibrant, expressive application of oil paint. The background is composed of a textured, light-colored field with subtle dabs of cool blue, grey, and hints of red, which creates a sense of movement and depth behind the figure. The light source appears bright, highlighting the rounded shape of the hat and casting soft shadows across the man's face.
The composition is a tight close-up, focusing primarily on the head and shoulders, which emphasizes the subject's weary yet piercing gaze. The palette is dominated by primary colors—vibrant yellow, deep blue, and accents of red—typical of the artist's mature period. The heavy impasto technique gives the image a tactile, rhythmic quality where every stroke contributes to the overall emotional intensity of the portrait.