Starboard stern view of the 500-ton paddle steamer The Giraffe entering Rotterdam under steam. The British ensigns are flying on the stern gaff and the fore mast; the General Steam Navigation Company flag is flying on the stern mast. People are depicted on the deck. Crossing the bows of the Giraffe, is the Ocean paddle steamer leaving port under steam. She also flies the ensign and GSNC company flags. A small rowing vessel, with two men and two women is shown in the bottom right foreground. A cityscape of Rotterdam shoreline can be seen in the background complete with churches, moored shipping and a windmill.