The Collier

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a dockside view with a large ship dominating the scene. The ship is depicted with sharp, bold lines, while the sky above is depicted with delicate strokes. The ship's structure, especially the bow, is represented with dense, textured strokes. The horizon line is obscured by the ship and dock activity. Another ship is visible in the background. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black, gray, and white.