Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) - Vintage Gelatin Silver c. 1970 – 20x25 cm. – Magazine Archive Stamps






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Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) is the photographer for the original vintage gelatin silver print titled Vintage Gelatin Silver c. 1970 – 20x25 cm. – Magazine Archive Stamps, with a 1970 print date, dimensions 20.3 × 25.4 cm, and provenance including a Kenn Duncan credit stamp and a Dance Magazine Collection stamp referencing Eugene Loring / Los Angeles Ballet.
Description from the seller
**Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) – Eugene Loring / Los Angeles Ballet – Original Vintage Photograph, c. 1970**
Original vintage black-and-white gelatin silver print attributed to renowned American photographer Kenn Duncan (1928–1986), widely recognized for his significant contribution to twentieth-century dance and theatrical photography.
The photograph captures a theatrical dance performance associated with Eugene Loring and the Los Angeles Ballet, as indicated by the handwritten annotation on the reverse.
The image features a striking composition, dramatic contrasts and a strong sense of movement, reflecting Duncan's distinctive approach to documenting the performing arts.
**Provenance and archival markings**
The reverse bears important original documentary markings:
- **“PLEASE CREDIT KENN DUNCAN”** photographer's credit stamp.
- **“DANCE MAGAZINE COLLECTION”** archival stamp, indicating its association with the historic American dance publication.
- Handwritten annotation **“Eugene Loring – Los Angeles Ballet”**, identifying the subject or production.
These markings provide valuable evidence of the photograph's editorial history and attribution.
**About the photographer**
Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) was a prominent American photographer specializing in dance, theater and portraiture. He served as a principal photographer for *Dance Magazine* and *After Dark*, and his photographs appeared in internationally recognized publications.
His work represents an important visual record of American performing arts during the second half of the twentieth century.
**Technical details**
- Photographer: Kenn Duncan (1928–1986)
- Subject: Eugene Loring / Los Angeles Ballet
- Date: circa 1970, attributed
- Medium: original vintage gelatin silver print
- Dimensions: 8 × 10 inches (20.3 × 25.4 cm)
- Stamps: Kenn Duncan photographer's credit and Dance Magazine Collection
- Signature: not hand-signed
- Condition: previously described as being in excellent condition; some age-related spotting and marks are visible on the reverse
An appealing piece of American photographic and performing arts history, suitable for collectors of vintage photography, dance, theater and twentieth-century cultural archives.
Seller's Story
**Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) – Eugene Loring / Los Angeles Ballet – Original Vintage Photograph, c. 1970**
Original vintage black-and-white gelatin silver print attributed to renowned American photographer Kenn Duncan (1928–1986), widely recognized for his significant contribution to twentieth-century dance and theatrical photography.
The photograph captures a theatrical dance performance associated with Eugene Loring and the Los Angeles Ballet, as indicated by the handwritten annotation on the reverse.
The image features a striking composition, dramatic contrasts and a strong sense of movement, reflecting Duncan's distinctive approach to documenting the performing arts.
**Provenance and archival markings**
The reverse bears important original documentary markings:
- **“PLEASE CREDIT KENN DUNCAN”** photographer's credit stamp.
- **“DANCE MAGAZINE COLLECTION”** archival stamp, indicating its association with the historic American dance publication.
- Handwritten annotation **“Eugene Loring – Los Angeles Ballet”**, identifying the subject or production.
These markings provide valuable evidence of the photograph's editorial history and attribution.
**About the photographer**
Kenn Duncan (1928–1986) was a prominent American photographer specializing in dance, theater and portraiture. He served as a principal photographer for *Dance Magazine* and *After Dark*, and his photographs appeared in internationally recognized publications.
His work represents an important visual record of American performing arts during the second half of the twentieth century.
**Technical details**
- Photographer: Kenn Duncan (1928–1986)
- Subject: Eugene Loring / Los Angeles Ballet
- Date: circa 1970, attributed
- Medium: original vintage gelatin silver print
- Dimensions: 8 × 10 inches (20.3 × 25.4 cm)
- Stamps: Kenn Duncan photographer's credit and Dance Magazine Collection
- Signature: not hand-signed
- Condition: previously described as being in excellent condition; some age-related spotting and marks are visible on the reverse
An appealing piece of American photographic and performing arts history, suitable for collectors of vintage photography, dance, theater and twentieth-century cultural archives.
