The image portrays two men pushing a boat from a low, eye-level point of view. The horizon is at the upper third of the composition, displaying an expanse of water with sailboats in the distance. The boat is prominent in the foreground with one man on each side. Both men are dressed in casual work attire. The etching technique uses precise lines to depict the figures, boat, and environment in detail. The sky shows light clouds and a few flying birds. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray and black for a classic aesthetic.