The artwork captures a solitary figure poised on the edge of a steep, dark cliff. Beneath the cliff, the wild, churning sea clashes against the rocks, throwing up a mist of sea spray. The sky above the sea appears tempestuous and unforgiving, adding to the drama of the scene. A splash of red at the base of the cliff injects a striking contrast to the predominantly monochromatic palette, suggesting themes of danger or passion amidst the overwhelming power of nature.