The power of this bust lies in its evocative intensity and psychological depth. With a furrowed brow and a tightly set mouth, the expression conveys a sense of determination, defiance, and intellectual force. Although the figure is motionless, it seems to vibrate with suppressed energy—suggesting a strong inner life just beneath the surface. The surface treatment is slightly rough, causing light to scatter unevenly and emphasizing the texture of skin and musculature. This approach favors raw presence over idealized perfection, imbuing the sculpture with realism and emotional tension.