The image shows an aerial view of a river winding through an industrial area. The horizon is high in the composition, and the river leads to structures like smokestacks and dome-shaped buildings. Several boats are docked along the riverbanks, with buildings lining both sides of the river. There are smudged lines suggesting smoke or steam, and the color palette consists of varying shades of gray. The artist's pencil or lithographic strokes emphasize texture and depth.