Ro Lan Lat

Ia Pia, Gia Lai, Nov 2022 / Dec 1992

On my first visit to Ia Pia, a remote Jerai village in Gia Lai province, in 1992, I was welcomed by the chief, 65-year-old Mr Kpa Ieng. He spoke little Vietnamese and lived in a simple stilt house, its steps carved from a single tree trunk. The floor was spread with handwoven jute mats, and lining one wall were 25 large earthenware jars of ruou can, a year’s supply of the traditional communal rice wine, reserved for special occasions. At one end of the house, tobacco, maize, and beans dried above the smoky fire.
During our conversation, I was shown a crossbow and the imposing skull of a wild forest cow. “You have to know how to shoot the cow, otherwise it goes completely wild,” the chief said with a knowing smile.
By 2022, Mr Kpa Ieng had passed away, but his widow, the elderly Ro Lan Lat, still lived there. When shown the old photograph, she sat quietly, gazing at her late husband, lost in memory and thought.

Continuum Collector’s Edition prints are being offered in exclusive limited editions of just eight prints *

Each print will be:
– Signed and inscribed by Andy Soloman;

– Numbered 1/8; 2/8; 3/8 etc depending how may have been sold before your purchase;

– Come with a signed certificate of authenticity complete with hologram security mark;

– Full caption details with the backstory.

Unless otherwise noted, the first order for all prints will 1/8 (number one of eight). As more orders come in the availability will change to 2/8, 3/8 etc.

All photos will be digitally printed on beautiful archival Ilford Galerie Gold Fibre Pearl 290gsm photographic paper. This is a premium baryta-coated photo paper that conforms to ISO 9706 and delivers exceptional archival permanence to ensure prints maintain their tonal richness and detail for decades to come.

Prints come unmounted and unframed, but can be mounted and framed on request for an additional fee.

Postage & Packing is extra depending on destination. Full details will be confirmed once an order is placed.

* TERMS & CONDITIONS

Payment Terms: Payment in full will be required at the time you confirm your order. Prints are produced to order and will be printed and delivered after payment is received. Unframed prints are typically delivered rolled in a secure tube; framing is available at an additional cost, with options and pricing detailed upon request.
Refunds and Cancellations: Orders may be cancelled and refunded before production begins. Once payment is received, production begins within one business day unless otherwise notified. Once production starts (usually within one day, including printing and framing), cancellations and refunds are not possible due to the made-to-order nature of the work. If an order is damaged in transit, please contact us within 24 hours for a replacement or refund. Framed prints are bespoke and non-refundable.
Delivery: Costs vary depending on destination. A detailed quote will be provided at the time of the order. Prints can be fulfilled worldwide, but delivery times will vary as prints need to be signed before dispatch.
Framing: Framing is available as an add-on. You will be offered options at the time of your order and framing/mounting costs will be confirmed before production begins. Framed prints are custom-made and cannot be returned or refunded.
Delivery time: This will depend on your location and you will be given an estimate at the time of placing your order. All photos need to be printed and then signed by Andy Soloman before they can be dispatched.