This pencil sketch by Maurice Prendergast captures a Venetian boat with the artist's characteristic loose, gestural line work that emphasizes movement and atmospheric effect over precise detail. The drawing demonstrates Prendergast's keen interest in capturing the essence of Venice's maritime culture through quick, economical strokes that suggest the boat's form and its relationship to the water. As part of his Italian Sketchbook, this work reflects the artist's practice of on-site sketching during his travels, serving as both a visual record and a foundation for his more finished paintings and prints.