The scene depicts an interior living space in Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis, Belgium

The scene depicts an interior living space in Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis, Belgium. A dark hardwood floor is partially covered by a cream-colored rug with black geometric diamond patterns in the foreground. To the left, a large, ornate black fireplace mantel features reddish-brown columns and decorative carvings. Within the fireplace opening, a stack of approximately 15-20 paperback books is vertically aligned on the hearth. Centrally positioned is a teal velvet armchair with dark wooden legs and armrest accents. A textured off-white and black patterned throw blanket with red tassels is draped over the armchair's seat, supporting a dark brown fedora-style hat. Behind the armchair, to its right, a tall floor lamp with a twisted dark base emits warm light from a spherical, frosted white glass shade adorned with a zig-zag pattern. The background consists of a white paneled double door with brass hardware, appearing closed. The walls are white with subtle paneling.