Untitled c. 1880

This anonymous photograph, taken around 1880, depicts a wooded pathway winding through a forest. The image captures the serenity of nature, with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves and casting shadows on the ground. The composition leads the viewer's eye along the path, inviting contemplation of the natural world. The photograph, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the beauty and tranquility of the forest, a popular subject for photographers of the era.