The size is continental standard 6" x 4", unmailable without a cover; published by the Visual Arts Publishing House, circulation 250,000. The postcard is #14 in a set showcasing the Soviet Navy ships. The annotation on the reverse is a brief informational about the heroism of the Ladoga flotilla maintaining the lifeline for the besieged Leningrad over Lake Ladoga. The artwork is an artist's rendition of the theme. The artist's name, I. Rodinov, is printed at the bottom on the reverse.

In excellent condition, no wear but microscopic corner bumps.