The image depicts a medium-sized wicker basket brimming with a combination of pecans both in their shells and shelled. The basket itself is a natural brown color with a warm, slightly reddish tone. It is intricately woven, with the texture of the wicker strands clearly visible, adding a rustic and artisanal feel to the scene. The handle of the basket arcs gracefully over its top, made of the same woven material, and providing structural symmetry that enhances the visual appeal.

The pecans within the basket are presented in various states. Some are still encased in their smooth, light brown shells, while others are shelled, revealing their distinctive, brain-like, rich brown kernels. The kernels have a glossy sheen, reflecting light subtly and showcasing their fresh, nutty texture. There is a significant number of pecans that have spilled out or are arranged around the basket’s base, resting on the flat surface beneath.

Suspended in mid-air above the basket are several pecans, both shelled and unshelled, giving an impression that they are either falling into or levitating out of the basket. This gives the image a sense of motion and dynamic flow. The dark, almost black background contrasts starkly with the warm hues of the pecans and the basket, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the subject and enhancing the colors' depth and richness.

The overall composition is neatly balanced, with the symmetrical basket centered in the image, surrounded by an aesthetically pleasing arrangement of pecans. The lighting is soft yet direct enough to highlight the textures and shapes of both the basket and the nuts, casting gentle shadows that add depth to the image. The dark background not only highlights the objects within the image but also adds a dramatic and elegant quality, making the basket of pecans stand out vividly in the composition.