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Woman throwing a bucket of water, plate 401 from Animal Locomotion
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Woman throwing a bucket of water, plate 401 from Animal Locomotion
STC64773 Woman throwing a bucket of water, plate 401 from Animal Locomotion, 1887 (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: analysis of movement by sequence photography; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22342814
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph, titled "Woman throwing a bucket of water, plate 401 from Animal Locomotion" captures the essence of movement and action. Taken by renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge in 1887, this image is part of his groundbreaking series that analyzed human and animal locomotion through sequence photography. In this particular frame, we witness a moment frozen in time as a nude woman energetically hurls a bucket of water into the air. The sheer force behind her motion is palpable, with droplets suspended mid-air like tiny diamonds caught in sunlight. Muybridge's meticulous attention to detail allows us to appreciate every nuance of her body's fluidity and grace. The absence of clothing adds an element of vulnerability to the scene, emphasizing the raw power and beauty inherent in our natural form. Through his lens, Muybridge invites us to contemplate not only the physical act itself but also its symbolic significance – perhaps representing liberation or catharsis. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Animal Locomotion, we are reminded that photography has the unique ability to freeze fleeting moments and reveal hidden truths about our world. It serves as both an artistic expression and a scientific tool for understanding human movement. This remarkable piece from Eadweard Muybridge's collection continues to captivate viewers with its timeless exploration of motion, inviting us to ponder our own capacity for strength and release within the confines of our mortal bodies.
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