On the Ways

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

A drawing of a ship under construction or repair in a boatyard. The scene shows a large ship propped up by scaffolding. The structural lines of the ship and its supporting framework are rough and expressive. The shading highlights the ship's form and the texture of the surrounding area, creating a lively atmosphere. The monochrome and dynamic sketch lines convey a sense of immediacy and progress in the boatyard setting.