The image is a black and white photograph of a large cruise ship sailing on the ocean. The ship appears to be a passenger liner, as there are multiple large smokestacks on the deck and a smaller boat visible on the right side of the image. The sky is overcast and the water is choppy, suggesting that the photo was taken from a distance. There is a large amount of smoke or steam rising from the ship, indicating that it is in motion. The image is likely from the early 20th century.