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Plate 130. Descending Stairs, Hands Clasped, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 130. Descending Stairs, Hands Clasped, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950175 Plate 130. Descending Stairs, Hands Clasped, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.9x34 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume III, 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 Descend Descending Descent Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Going Down Motion Sequence Sequential Stairs Steps Stop Motion B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 130. Descending Stairs, Hands Clasped" was captured by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge between 1872 and 1885. The image is a collotype print on paper, measuring approximately 21.9x34 cm. Part of Muybridge's groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this particular plate belongs to Volume III dedicated to women in motion. It showcases a sequential motion picture sequence capturing the movement of a nude female figure descending stairs with her hands clasped together. Muybridge's work revolutionized the world of photography and paved the way for early motion pictures. His scientific approach to capturing movement frame by frame provided invaluable insights into human locomotion and animal behavior. In this mesmerizing composition, we witness the gracefulness of the female form as she navigates each step with elegance and poise. The stark contrast created by the black and white tones adds depth to her descent while emphasizing every subtle nuance of her body in motion. Displayed at Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, USA, this extraordinary piece remains an enduring testament to Muybridge's mastery as both an artist and scientist. Its timeless beauty continues to captivate viewers today, inviting us to contemplate not only its aesthetic appeal but also its significance within the realm of scientific study and photographic innovation.
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