Chin San Long (Lang Jingshan) (Chinese, 1892-1995). Photograph depicting a lone boat with three passengers punting through a misty waterfront. Silver gelatin print. Signed along the lower right.

Chin San Long is known for his innovative art photography, particularly his signature "composite photography" technique. He was the first Chinese photographer to take artistic nude photos, and also specialized in nature photography.

Provenance: From the collection of William Atkins.

William Atkins (1919-2001) was a pilot for Northwest Airlines, who spent his career flying to Asia. He was an avid photographer who was involved in the Photographic Society of America, through which he developed relationships with photography clubs worldwide. It was through the photographic society in Taiwan that he met Chin San Long, with whom he became close friends. In the 1980s, he arranged an exhibit for Chin San Long's photography in Minnesota.
Unframed; height: 13 5/8 in x width: 10 1/8 in. Matted; height: 20 in x width: 16 in. The photograph is in good condition with no visible creases, losses, or tears. The emulsion appears to be smooth with no breaks. The item is affixed to the mat. There is a light brown discoloration to the upper right quadrant and to the lower center that appear to be original to the development process; please see the listing image. To the lower right quadrant, there is a minute network of white accretions. To the center, there is a network of dark marks, that seem to be original to the developing process. Stain to the mat. No visible sign of restoration under UV light. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.