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Plate 270. Arising from the Ground with Pamphlet in Left Hand
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Plate 270. Arising from the Ground with Pamphlet in Left Hand
3950228 Plate 270. Arising from the Ground with Pamphlet in Left Hand, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.5x29.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume IV, Women (Nude)); eAddison Gallery of American Art; gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust; English, out of copyright
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© Addison Gallery of American Art gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
Animal Locomotion Arise Arising Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Motion Read Recline Reclining Rise Rising Sequence Sequential Stand Standing Up Stop Motion B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 270. Arising from the Ground with Pamphlet in Left Hand" captures a moment frozen in time by the talented photographer Eadweard Muybridge. Taken between 1872-85, this collotype print showcases Muybridge's groundbreaking work on animal locomotion. In this particular image from his renowned series "Animal Locomotion". Volume IV: Women (Nude), we see a sequential study of movement featuring a female figure. The woman stands naked, her body gracefully rising from the ground as she holds a pamphlet in her left hand. Muybridge's scientific approach to photography is evident here, as he meticulously captured each frame to create an early motion picture sequence. This stop-motion technique allowed him to analyze and understand human and animal movements like never before. The simplicity of the composition draws attention to the subject's elegant posture and fluidity of motion. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image, enhancing its visual impact. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph, we are reminded of Muybridge's pioneering contributions to both art and science. His meticulous documentation paved the way for future advancements in photography and laid the foundation for modern cinema techniques. Displayed at Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, USA, this print serves as a testament to Muybridge's enduring legacy as one of history's most influential photographers.
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