The scene depicts a festive, snow-covered front yard of a house at night, decorated lavishly for Christmas. In the foreground, two stylized wooden toy soldiers in red uniforms stand as sentinels on either side of an open wrought-iron gate. To the left, a small black terrier wearing a striped sweater stands on its hind legs on the snow, held by a red leash. Beside the gate, a cheerful snowman wearing a black top hat and red scarf stands near a large, glowing Christmas tree.
Behind the gate, a grand home is illuminated with warm, golden light spilling from the windows and entryway. The house is adorned with evergreen garlands, bows, and wreaths. Snow rests on the eaves and the branches of the surrounding trees, while a soft, full moon hangs in the dark blue sky. The composition emphasizes a cozy, welcoming atmosphere through the contrast between the cool tones of the night snow and the warm glow of holiday lights.
The artwork has a painterly, illustrative style with bold, visible brushstrokes and a rich, saturated palette. The colours are dominated by deep nighttime blues, stark whites of the snow, and vibrant holiday reds and greens. Light is a central element, with glowing street lamps and interior lights casting a welcoming radiance over the entire yard, creating an inviting and nostalgic holiday aesthetic.