The image is a black and white photograph of a large ship in the water. The ship appears to be a passenger liner, as there are several tall chimneys on the deck and a flagpole on the right side of the ship. The sky is cloudy and the water is choppy, suggesting that the photo was taken during the day. There are a few people visible on the ship, possibly crew members, and a few other boats can be seen in the background. The photograph appears to have been taken from a distance, as the ship is in motion.