The image depicts a blacksmith engrossed in his work inside a dimly lit workshop. The colors in the image are predominantly dark, with a strong presence of deep blues and shadows that convey a mood of intense focus and craftsmanship. Warm golden glows emanate from a couple of oil lanterns hanging in the background, casting soft, flickering light that contrasts with the cooler, overall blue tones of the scene.

The blacksmith, an elderly man with a gray beard, is wearing a dark, weathered cap and blue denim work clothes, including a long-sleeved shirt with the sleeves rolled up to his elbows. His hands are gloved as he grips a heavy hammer, which he is in the process of striking against a piece of metal on a solid black anvil. Sparks fly dramatically from the point of impact, illuminating his features and the immediate workspace with bright, intense white-blue light.

In the background, there is a large, arched window with multiple panes through which a pale blue light filters in, suggesting early morning or twilight outside. The glass of the window is frosted or dirty, diffusing the light that comes through. A crow is perched on a wooden structure in the background, its silhouette stark against the ambient light coming through the window.

The walls of the workshop are rough-hewn stone, adding an atmosphere of antiquity and tradition to the setting. Various tools and objects are partially visible, enhancing the authenticity and clutter of a working blacksmith’s environment. The ground appears dusty or covered in fine debris, typical of a space where metal is constantly being worked and shaped. The combination of light sources – the natural, albeit subdued, light from the window, and the artificial, warm light from the lanterns – creates a visually compelling contrast that highlights the blacksmith's labor and dedication to his craft.