Portret van de weduwe Ligtenberg-Swart c. 1895 - 1919

"Portret van de weduwe Ligtenberg-Swart" is a portrait photograph by Belgian artist Prudent Sledsens, dating from c. 1895-1919. The image depicts a woman in a somber, late 19th-century style, likely a widow as suggested by the title. Her serious expression and dark attire reinforce the sense of solemnity. The image is a poignant example of the genre of portrait photography common in that era, where the focus was on capturing an individual's likeness and conveying their social standing. Sledsens, known for his portrait work, effectively utilizes the medium of photography to create a powerful and intimate portrayal of the sitter.