The painting depicts a young boy happily fishing on a small, serene pond surrounded by lush greenery. The boy is seated on a stump, which is nestled amongst the lily pads that dot the surface of the water. In the background, a boat and a cozy cottage nestled amidst the trees of a heavily wooded forest can be seen. The air is filled with the sounds of nature, and the overall atmosphere is one of peaceful tranquility. The boy seems completely at ease in this idyllic setting, lost in the simple pleasures of the moment.