Study for Shark River 1877

"Study for Shark River" is an 1877 landscape painting by American artist David Johnson (1827-1908). The painting depicts a peaceful scene of a winding path through a grassy meadow with a line of trees in the background. The sky is a light blue with some wispy clouds, and the sun is setting in the distance. The scene is reminiscent of the Hudson River School of American landscape painting, known for its realistic depictions of nature. The painting is notable for its use of light and shadow, which creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.