The setting in Joachim Lenz's picture is bizarre and thought-provoking. An abandoned banana peel on a desolate surface is anthropomorphized with a cigarette. A sensation of absurdity and the unearthly is produced by the contrast between the man-made object of a cigarette and the organic, natural form of a banana peel. While the subject matter itself encourages reflection on issues of consumption, mortality, and the relationship between humans and environment, the subdued color scheme and delicate brushstrokes further add to the dreamlike ambiance. The transitional zones between the familiar and the unexpected are frequently explored in Lenz's work, challenging viewers' conceptions of the commonplace.