High Water On The Ohio 1939

"High Water On The Ohio" is a 1939 etching by American artist Douglas Warner Gorsline (1913-1985). The print captures the aftermath of a flood on the Ohio River, showcasing a flooded street corner with a broken fence and a tilting utility pole. The artist's detailed depiction of the cityscape in the distance and the stark contrast between light and dark creates a powerful and evocative image of the destructive power of nature. The scene is rendered in a realistic style, characteristic of Gorsline's work, which often depicted scenes from everyday American life. The etching is a striking example of the artist's ability to capture both the beauty and the hardship of the human condition.