The scene depicts a gray-toned seascape under an overcast sky. A single seagull rests on the water's surface amidst a scattering of algae. The water appears calm with subtle ripples. In the foreground, a thick black rope stretches horizontally across the bottom of the frame, partially obscuring the view. Behind the seagull, the distant shoreline is visible with low-lying landmasses. A few sparse tree branches are situated on the right side of the frame.