This dramatic portrait shows three figures wearing black balaclavas or masks, arranged in a diagonal composition against a dark background. Only their eyes are visible, piercing through the darkness with intense gazes directed at different angles. The lighting creates stark contrasts, highlighting the eyes and the fabric's texture while keeping most of the image shrouded in shadow. A subtle hint of pastel colors appears in the upper right corner, providing a soft contrast to the predominantly dark palette. The image's presentation in a gallery setting, with subtle floor lighting, enhances its mysterious and confrontational nature. The title "valor amongst criminals" adds a layer of complexity to the interpretation, suggesting themes of honor or nobility within outlawed contexts.