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Plate 151. Descending Step Ladder, Turning Around, Rock in Hands
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Plate 151. Descending Step Ladder, Turning Around, Rock in Hands
3950014 Plate 151. Descending Step Ladder, Turning Around, Rock in Hands, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.4x36.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume I, 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 Boulder Carry Descend Descending Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Heavy Ladder Load Motion Muscle Muscular Sequence Sequential Stairs Steps Stop Motion B W Photo Black And White Photograph Stroll Strolling
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This photograph, titled "Plate 151. Descending Step Ladder, Turning Around, Rock in Hands" captures a moment frozen in time by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge. Taken between 1872 and 1885 as part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this collotype print showcases Muybridge's pioneering work in capturing motion through sequential frames. In this particular image, we see a muscular male figure descending a step ladder while carrying a heavy rock in his hands. The man's nakedness adds an element of vulnerability to the scene, emphasizing the physicality and strength required to navigate such obstacles. His focused expression suggests determination and purpose as he carefully maneuvers himself on each step. Muybridge's scientific approach to photography is evident here as he meticulously studies movement and human locomotion. By isolating individual actions within a sequence, he provides viewers with an unprecedented understanding of how our bodies function during various activities. The stark contrast of light and shadow further enhances the dramatic effect of this composition, highlighting every muscle ripple on the subject's body as he undertakes this challenging task. It is through images like these that Muybridge revolutionized not only scientific study but also paved the way for early motion picture sequences. Displayed at Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, USA, this extraordinary photograph continues to captivate audiences with its timeless exploration of human movement and strength.
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