The painting depicts a portrait of a middle-aged Santa Claus, with a jolly and merry expression on his face. Santa is depicted wearing his traditional red suit and hat, and the twinkle in his eyes is indicative of the joy and cheer that he brings to the world during the holiday season. The painting is rendered in a realistic style, with careful attention paid to the details of Santa's face and costume. Despite the realism of the portrait, there is a sense of warmth and magic emanating from the figure of Santa, as if he is the embodiment of the holiday spirit itself. The overall mood of the painting is one of joy and celebration, as Santa seems to be embracing the magic and wonder of the season.