A striking illustration depicts a seated figure against a stark black background, perched on what appears to be a white surface or ledge. The figure wears a beige utility jacket adorned with multiple pockets and blue jeans. Their skin has an unusual pink tone, and long black hair frames their upturned face. Most notably, an orange bird-like form appears to perch on the figure's shoulder, its presence adding an enigmatic element to the composition. The figure's posture suggests a moment of contemplation or stillness, fitting the "embalmed" reference in the title. The artwork employs a limited color palette of beige, blue, pink, and black, with clean linework that gives it an illustration-like quality.