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Plate 423. Toilet; Putting on Boots and Rising from Chair, 1885 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 423. Toilet; Putting on Boots and Rising from Chair, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950409 Plate 423. Toilet; Putting on Boots and Rising from Chair, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.4x38.4 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 Arise Arising Boot Dressed Dressing Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Motion Rise Rising Sequence Sequential Stop Motion Toilette B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 423. Toilet; Putting on Boots and Rising from Chair, 1885" captures a moment of graceful movement frozen in time. Taken by the pioneering photographer Eadweard Muybridge as part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this collotype print showcases Muybridge's scientific approach to capturing motion. In this particular image, we see a woman seated on a chair, engrossed in the act of putting on her boots. With meticulous attention to detail, Muybridge documents each stage of her rising from the chair – from sitting to standing – creating a visual narrative that unfolds frame by frame. The monochromatic tones add an air of timeless elegance to the scene while emphasizing the precision and clarity with which Muybridge captured every subtle movement. This photograph serves as both a study in human locomotion and an artistic exploration into the beauty found within everyday actions. Displayed at Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, this print is part of their collection gifted by the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust. It stands as a testament to Muybridge's significant contributions to photography and his lasting impact on our understanding of motion. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded not only of its historical significance but also its enduring beauty and ability to transport us back in time through its artistry and scientific inquiry.
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