Piled Stone Mountain Near Sing Chang 1869

Lai Fong's 1869 photograph "Piled Stone Mountain Near Sing Chang" showcases the grandeur of the natural world. This albumen print, part of a larger collection documenting the natural beauty of China, captures the striking, layered rock formations of the Sing Chang region. The photograph is notable for its stark, dramatic composition, highlighting the scale and texture of the mountains against a muted, hazy sky. The foreground, a dry riverbed filled with smooth stones, adds a sense of depth and perspective to the image, emphasizing the vastness of the landscape.