Sunlight Possibly 1899 - 1901

"Sunlight" is a striking photographic portrait by Clarence H. White, created between 1899 and 1901. The image depicts a woman in profile, shrouded in a cloak, with her head tilted down and her gaze cast downwards. The soft, diffused light, likely natural sunlight, bathes the scene in a gentle glow, highlighting the delicate features of the subject. White's mastery of light and composition, combined with the intimate and introspective nature of the portrait, epitomizes the aesthetic of Pictorialism, a movement that sought to elevate photography to the status of fine art. Today, "Sunlight" is a celebrated example of White's work and is housed in the prestigious collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.