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Plate 256. Lying on Ground and Reading, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 256. Lying on Ground and Reading, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950222 Plate 256. Lying on Ground and Reading, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 18.6x40.3 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 Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Lying Motion Read Recline Reclining Sequence Sequential Stop Motion B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 256. Lying on Ground and Reading, 1872-85" captures a moment frozen in time by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge. The image is part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" from 1887, specifically Volume IV dedicated to Women (Nude). In this particular frame, we see a woman reclining on the ground, completely nude. With her body gracefully positioned and her eyes engrossed in a book she holds delicately in her hands, she exudes an air of tranquility amidst the natural surroundings. Muybridge's collotype technique beautifully renders every intricate detail of the scene - from the texture of the grass beneath her to the gentle curves of her body. This scientific study explores movement through sequential frames that capture various stages of action. The photograph not only showcases Muybridge's mastery as a pioneer in early motion picture sequences but also invites us to contemplate themes such as femininity, vulnerability, and intellectual pursuit. It challenges societal norms surrounding nudity while celebrating both artistic expression and scientific exploration. Displayed at Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA. , this print serves as a testament to Muybridge's enduring legacy within photography and his significant contributions to our understanding of human locomotion.
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