The composition is structured around the Portuguese flag which occupies the background, with its characteristic green and red colors, as well as its central emblem including the coat of arms with five blue shields. In the foreground, there is a series of characters illustrated in a comic book style, representing different periods in Portuguese history. These characters are arranged in an arc above the Portuguese coat of arms and include: A navigator from the Age of Discovery; A character in ecclesiastical dress; Two young people in contemporary clothing; A medieval knight; A modern soldier. This dynamic layout suggests a chronological progression of Portuguese history, from past to present. The light blue sky with some clouds in the background and the 25th of April Bridge in Lisbon adds a touch of modernity to this historical composition