The artwork presents a young boy, captured in a moment of quiet contemplation. The boy, with a slightly serious expression, is rendered with a subtle palette of flesh tones, creating a soft, almost porcelain-like complexion. He is dressed in a dark, high-necked garment, which contrasts with the warmth of his skin and the rich reds and browns of the background. His gaze is directed downward, towards an open book he holds, hinting at a moment of focused study or quiet reading. The artist employs a loose brushstroke style, evident in the texture of the canvas, giving the painting a sense of immediacy and capturing the fleeting nature of the moment. The play of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, focusing attention on the boy's face and the book, the focal points of the painting. Behind the boy, a vase filled with flowers adds a contrasting element of color and liveliness, softening the portrait's overall mood. The artwork breathes a sense of gentle intimacy and introspection.