The image is a black and white photograph of a large ship in the ocean. The ship appears to be a passenger ship, as there are several masts and rigging visible on the deck. It has a large smokestack on the right side of the ship, which is likely used for ventilation. There are several smaller boats on the water near the ship. The sky is overcast and the water is choppy, suggesting that the photo was taken during the day. The photograph is taken from a distance, and the ship is in the center of the frame.