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Plate 486. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Ascending a Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 486. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Ascending a Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950098 Plate 486. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Ascending a Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.8x34.8 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
Media ID 22312232
© Addison Gallery of American Art gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
Animal Locomotion Ascend Ascending Ascent Climb Climbing Descend Descending Descent Down Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Ladder Motion Racquet Sequence Sequential Stop Motion Tennis Upwards B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 486. A, Lawn Tennis; B, Ascending a Step" captures the essence of early motion picture sequences in a single frame. Taken by renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge between 1872 and 1885, this collotype print measures 21.8x34.8 cm and is housed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, MA. Part of Muybridge's groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion". Volume II: Males (Nude), this image showcases the scientific study of movement through sequential frames. In it, we see a man engaged in two distinct actions - playing lawn tennis with intense focus while holding a racquet and ball on one side, and ascending a step on the other. The juxtaposition of these activities highlights both athleticism and gracefulness as well as the human ability to conquer physical challenges. The ladder symbolizes ascent or progress while also representing an obstacle that must be overcome. Muybridge's meticulous stop-motion technique freezes each moment in time with incredible detail, allowing us to appreciate every nuance of movement captured within this singular image. With its fusion of artistry and science, this photograph not only serves as an important historical document but also evokes curiosity about our own capabilities for physical achievement. It reminds us that even seemingly mundane actions can hold beauty when observed closely enough.
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