The image shows a large, breaking wave in the Baltic Sea, positioned centrally in the composition. The wave rises up, forming a substantial wall of water that transitions into thick white foam and spray. The water in the foreground is shallow, covered with streaked patterns of foam moving toward the shore, giving the impression of rushing water.

Beyond the breaking wave, the open sea stretches to the horizon beneath a cloudy sky. The sunset light near the horizon tints the sky and the edges of the clouds with yellow and soft orange tones, while the higher cloud layers remain greyish-blue. The sun creates a moderate sheen on the water's surface behind the wave.

The view reflects the power of the sea and its natural rhythm. No land or sand is visible in the frame, focusing the attention entirely on the water masses, their texture, and the breaking process of the crest.