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Plate 346. Wrestling, Lock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 346. Wrestling, Lock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950070 Plate 346. Wrestling, Lock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.6x30.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume II, Males (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 Early Motion Picture Sequence Fighters Frames Grapple Grappling Hold Intertwined Males Motion Sequence Sequential Spar Sparring Stop Motion Wrestle Wrestler Wrestling B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 346. Wrestling, Lock, 1885" captures a moment frozen in time by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge. The image is part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" from 1887. In this particular print, two men engage in an intense wrestling match, their bodies intertwined as they grapple for dominance. The raw power and physicality of the sport are evident in their muscular forms and determined expressions. Muybridge's collotype technique beautifully renders the motion and action of the scene, creating a mesmerizing visual narrative. Each frame within this early motion picture sequence showcases different stages of the wrestlers' movements – from initial confrontation to locked holds. Beyond its artistic value, this photograph also serves as a scientific study on movement and sequential action. It offers insights into human anatomy and kinetics while shedding light on the dynamics of combat sports. The nudity depicted here adds an additional layer of vulnerability and authenticity to the scene. Stripped down to their bare essentials, these fighters confront each other with unwavering determination. As we gaze upon this historic image captured over a century ago, we are reminded of Muybridge's pioneering contributions to photography as well as his ability to capture fleeting moments that reveal profound truths about our existence.
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