Danger Ahead 1870

"Danger Ahead" is a wood engraving by American artist Winslow Homer, created in 1870. The artwork depicts a train traveling on a bridge over a body of water at night. The scene focuses on two men, one leaning out from the train car, the other standing on the platform. Homer’s use of detail and dramatic lighting makes the subject feel tense and urgent. The piece is an example of Homer’s early work, which often featured themes of industry and the changing landscape of America. It is currently on view at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.