The image depicts a close-up portrait of a young man with his head tilted back. He is wearing thin-rimmed, round eyeglasses and his eyes are closed. A noticeable feature is the blood that appears to be coming from his nose and mouth, running down his neck and staining his clothes, which suggests a scenario involving injury or distress. The overall expression and the tilt of his head lend a dramatic and intense emotion to the composition. The lighting is focused on his face, highlighting his features and the texture of his skin, while casting the background into shadow. The setting and elements give the image a rather raw and visceral feel.