A man wrapped in a heavy brown cloak stands against a sunlit wall, pouring wine from a large ceramic jug into a small glass set on a ledge. The jug rests on the pinkish surface of the ledge, its rounded form painted with swift, creamy strokes of white and green, while the dark red wine collects in the glass below. The man’s right hand steadies the jug, his fingers visible beneath the cloak, while his left arm, mostly hidden, supports his stance.

A wooden cane, painted in a warm ochre, leans against his leg and anchors him to the ground, its tip catching the light on the pale floor. His sandals are rendered with loose, expressive brushwork, contrasting with the solid, dark forms of his trousers and the enveloping cloak. The composition is tall and vertical, emphasizing the figure’s upright posture and the narrow, intimate space he occupies.

Paint is applied in broad, confident strokes, especially in the cloak and background, while smaller, more precise touches define the man’s features and the jug’s rim. The palette is dominated by earthy browns, cool blues, and creamy whites, with the wine providing a small but vivid accent of deep red. In the upper right corner, a few greenish leaves and thin branches intrude into the scene, painted with loose, gestural marks.

The background wall is streaked with broad, vertical strokes of blue and grey, suggesting dappled sunlight and uneven plaster. The man’s hat is a muted olive green, its brim catching the light on one side while the crown remains in deep shadow. At the lower left edge, the pink ledge abruptly ends, revealing a rough, textured transition to the pale ground below.

Light falls most strongly on the man’s face, the jug, and the upper part of the ledge, creating a dramatic contrast with the deep shadows of his cloak and the wall. Viejo Castellano Sirviéndose Vino (The Old Man Of Castille) is the title given to this scene, naming both the figure’s region and his action. Joaquín Sorolla is credited as the painter of this work.