This dramatic painting depicts a scene of struggle and capture, fitting for the myth of Persephone's abduction. The composition is tightly cropped and dynamic, showing two figures against a background of classical columns and a glimpse of clouded sky. The central figure wears a rich golden-yellow dress with elaborate folds and a pearl necklace, arching backward in apparent distress. Behind, a figure in deep rose-colored clothing with puffy sleeves reaches forward, beard visible against the shadowed face. The painting employs intense contrasts between light and shadow, particularly in the fabric folds and flesh tones. The positioning suggests movement and tension, with the forward figure appearing to pull backward while the other pushes forward. The color palette focuses on warm golds, roses, and browns, set against a cool teal-blue sky, creating a striking emotional intensity that matches the mythological narrative.