The central focus of this artwork is a vintage Rolls-Royce Phantom III Roadster, depicted in a classic three-quarter view. The car is finished in a two-tone scheme of deep maroon on the fenders and upper body, with a creamy white panel along the side that houses a spare tire. The radiator grille, headlights, and wire-spoked wheels are rendered with precise ink lines, emphasizing the vehicle's long, elegant silhouette and opulent design.
The scene is set at a horse racing track, creating an atmosphere of 1930s high society. In the background, several jockeys in colorful silks are mounted on horses, while a crowd of spectators in formal attire—including men in top hats and suits—converses on the grass. The composition uses a light, wash-based artistic style, where the foreground car is painted in more saturated, solid tones compared to the loosely sketched figures in the distance.
The overall aesthetic is that of a vintage editorial or automotive magazine illustration, characterized by fluid ink outlines and soft, gestural watercolor shading. The ground is represented by simple, earthy tones of green and brown, suggesting a grassy paddock. The upper left corner features a formal text header reading "ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM III ROADSTER" accompanied by a descriptive paragraph about the car's history and aesthetic. The bottom right corner contains the artist's signature, "Ken Dallison 79."