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Plate 267. Turning and Changing Position While on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 267. Turning and Changing Position While on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950402 Plate 267. Turning and Changing Position While on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x45.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume VI, Females (Semi Nude) & Children); gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust; English, out of copyright
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© gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
Animal Locomotion Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Lying Down Motion Recline Reclining Sequence Sequential Sideways Stop Motion Turn Turning B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 267. Turning and Changing Position While on the Ground, 1885" captures a moment of graceful movement frozen in time. Taken by renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge as part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this collotype print showcases the fluidity and beauty of human motion. In this particular image, we see a woman lying down in a semi-nude pose, wearing an elegant white dress. With her body turned sideways, she exudes an air of tranquility while simultaneously conveying a sense of energy through her poised posture. The sequential nature of the photograph allows us to observe each subtle shift in position as she gracefully turns. Muybridge's pioneering work revolutionized our understanding of movement and became instrumental in the development of early motion pictures. By capturing multiple frames within one sequence, he provided scientists with invaluable insights into locomotion that were previously impossible to study. Displayed at the Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, USA, this print is not only a testament to Muybridge's technical skill but also serves as a reminder that art can be both aesthetically pleasing and scientifically informative. With its timeless appeal and artistic significance, this photograph continues to captivate viewers today just as it did when it was first captured over a century ago.
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