The image depicts a harbor scene with a large ship dominating the view. The horizon is obscured by the ship's structure and industrial buildings with smokestacks. The artwork features textured brushstrokes in a lithographic style, creating depth and movement. The color palette is primarily shades of gray. Workers are shown in silhouette performing tasks with chains and cylindrical objects. The ship, with its hull and rigging, is the focal point against a backdrop of smoke and a crescent moon in the sky.