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Stooping Collection

"Stooping: A Journey Through Time and Postures" Step into the world of stooping, where the human body takes on various postures throughout history

Background imageStooping Collection: Jockey / Fred Archer Vf

Jockey / Fred Archer Vf
Fred Archer, jockey

Background imageStooping Collection: Picture No. 11980729

Picture No. 11980729
Red-tailed Hawk Immature in flight One of the largest most common and widespread hawks in North America Date:

Background imageStooping Collection: Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax), juvenile, foraging for food

Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax), juvenile, foraging for food, Kiskunsag National Park
attention, attentive, aves, bird photography, black-crowned night heron, blurry, concentrated, detail, exterior views, fledgling, juvenile, kiskunsag national park, lurking, magyarorszag

Background imageStooping Collection: The Heavy Burden (oil on panel)

The Heavy Burden (oil on panel)
NGW186887 The Heavy Burden (oil on panel) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 39.7x32.2 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Background imageStooping Collection: Advert, Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander

Advert, Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander - avoid stooping of the shoulders and contraction of the chest. Date: 1848

Background imageStooping Collection: Looking Down The Stairs

Looking Down The Stairs
A portrait sketch of a woman gently stooping to look over the handrail, down the set of stairs. Date: circa 1901

Background imageStooping Collection: Animated Desk Lamp

Animated Desk Lamp
A strange illustration of a desk lamp with a decorative shade, stooping down with long, gangly legs, almost like a 1901 version of Pixar's animated lamp! Date: circa 1901

Background imageStooping Collection: Muybridge - Walking

Muybridge - Walking
Woman in a long dress walking, stooping etc. Date: 1887

Background imageStooping Collection: DDE-90021271

DDE-90021271
Close-up of ostrich (Struthio camelus) pair, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei, Namib Desert, Namibia. Date: 12/08/2006

Background imageStooping Collection: Young Brown bear (Ursus arctos) sitting in meadow, Finland. July

Young Brown bear (Ursus arctos) sitting in meadow, Finland. July

Background imageStooping Collection: Farmhouse interior (oil on canvas)

Farmhouse interior (oil on canvas)
3664470 Farmhouse interior (oil on canvas) by Rigg, Arthur (fl.1882-1906); 97x129 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; © Bradford Museums & Galleries; British

Background imageStooping Collection: A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India (engraving)

A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India (engraving)
1040768 A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India)

Background imageStooping Collection: The fireflies, 1898-99 (oil on canvas)

The fireflies, 1898-99 (oil on canvas)
5862531 The fireflies, 1898-99 (oil on canvas) by Nomellini, Plinio (1866-1943); 85x35.5 cm; Private Collection; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 217. Stooping, Lifting and Carrying 30 lb Basket, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 217. Stooping, Lifting and Carrying 30 lb Basket, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950470 Plate 217.Stooping, Lifting and Carrying 30 lb Basket, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.9x42.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 526. A, Lifting Ball; B, Emptying Bucket of Water, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 526. A, Lifting Ball; B, Emptying Bucket of Water, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950284 Plate 526. A, Lifting Ball; B, Emptying Bucket of Water, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 31.4x23.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 303. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 303. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950230 Plate 303. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.4x36.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 223. Stooping and Lifting Basin, Wiping it, and Turning

Plate 223. Stooping and Lifting Basin, Wiping it, and Turning
3950205 Plate 223. Stooping and Lifting Basin, Wiping it, and Turning, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24x30.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 201. Taking 12-lb Basket from Head, Putting it on the Ground

Plate 201. Taking 12-lb Basket from Head, Putting it on the Ground
3950196 Plate 201. Taking 12-lb Basket from Head, Putting it on the Ground, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.2x38.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 463. Reaching Up, Stooping and Turning Around, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 463. Reaching Up, Stooping and Turning Around, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950413 Plate 463. Reaching Up, Stooping and Turning Around, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.6x34.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Background imageStooping Collection: An old crone stooping over a kettle (colour litho)

An old crone stooping over a kettle (colour litho)
3633876 An old crone stooping over a kettle (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: An old crone stooping over a kettle)

Background imageStooping Collection: The Human Figure in Motion: Some phases occurring in the act of stooping (b / w photo)

The Human Figure in Motion: Some phases occurring in the act of stooping (b / w photo)
6010242 The Human Figure in Motion: Some phases occurring in the act of stooping (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageStooping Collection: An old Chinese man, illustration from an album of mythological Chinese persons

An old Chinese man, illustration from an album of mythological Chinese persons
CHT265554 An old Chinese man, illustration from an album of mythological Chinese persons (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 438. Setting Down Bucket and Preparing to Scrub, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 438. Setting Down Bucket and Preparing to Scrub, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950489 Plate 438. Setting Down Bucket and Preparing to Scrub, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 30x26 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 224. Stooping and Lifting Water Jar to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 224. Stooping and Lifting Water Jar to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950206 Plate 224. Stooping and Lifting Water Jar to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.7x42.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 221. Stooping and Lifting 12 lb basket to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 221. Stooping and Lifting 12 lb basket to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950203 Plate 221. Stooping and Lifting 12 lb basket to Head, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.6x34.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 250. Rising from Chair, Stooping and Lifting Hand-kerchief

Plate 250. Rising from Chair, Stooping and Lifting Hand-kerchief
3950477 Plate 250. Rising from Chair, Stooping and Lifting Hand-kerchief, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 28.3x25.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 211. Stooping and Lifting Hand-Kerchief; Parasol in Left Hand

Plate 211. Stooping and Lifting Hand-Kerchief; Parasol in Left Hand
3950468 Plate 211.Stooping and Lifting Hand-Kerchief; Parasol in Left Hand, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.3x35.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 440. Stooping and Rinsing Tumbler, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 440. Stooping and Rinsing Tumbler, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950261 Plate 440. Stooping and Rinsing Tumbler, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.3x35.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 225. Removing Water Jar from Shoulder to the Ground, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 225. Removing Water Jar from Shoulder to the Ground, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950207 Plate 225. Removing Water Jar from Shoulder to the Ground, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x44.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 218. Stooping, and Lifting Full Demijohn to Shoulder, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 218. Stooping, and Lifting Full Demijohn to Shoulder, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950021 Plate 218.Stooping, and Lifting Full Demijohn to Shoulder, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.3x44 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho)

Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478577 Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paleagar, illustration from L Inde Francaise)

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 503. Miscellaneous - Stooping, etc, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 503. Miscellaneous - Stooping, etc, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950435 Plate 503. Miscellaneous - Stooping, etc, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 25.2x29.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 477. Child, Stooping, Lifting a Goblet, and Drinking, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 477. Child, Stooping, Lifting a Goblet, and Drinking, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950425 Plate 477. Child, Stooping, Lifting a Goblet, and Drinking, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.6x35.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 320. Lifting a 50 lb Dumb-Bell, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 320. Lifting a 50 lb Dumb-Bell, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950308 Plate 320. Lifting a 50 lb Dumb-Bell, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.2x45.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 501. Miscellaneous, Stooping, Kneeling, etc. 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 501. Miscellaneous, Stooping, Kneeling, etc. 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950281 Plate 501. Miscellaneous, Stooping, Kneeling, etc. 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.2x40.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 304. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 304. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950231 Plate 304. Picking Up a Ball and Throwing It, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.6x36.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 219. Stooping and Lifting Broom and Sweeping, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 219. Stooping and Lifting Broom and Sweeping, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950201 Plate 219. Stooping and Lifting Broom and Sweeping, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x44.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 213. Lifting and Emptying Basket, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 213. Lifting and Emptying Basket, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950200 Plate 213. Lifting and Emptying Basket, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 18.4x40.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 150. Descending Stairs; Stooping, Lifting Pitcher, Turning

Plate 150. Descending Stairs; Stooping, Lifting Pitcher, Turning
3950184 Plate 150. Descending Stairs; Stooping, Lifting Pitcher, Turning, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.5x29.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 149. Descending Stairs; Stooping to Lift a Pitcher, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 149. Descending Stairs; Stooping to Lift a Pitcher, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950183 Plate 149. Descending Stairs; Stooping to Lift a Pitcher, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 21.8x35.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 509. Shoeing a Horse, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 509. Shoeing a Horse, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950105 Plate 509. Shoeing a Horse, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 23.7x31.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: A Victim of Good Luck, by W E Norris (litho)

A Victim of Good Luck, by W E Norris (litho)
1604758 A Victim of Good Luck, by W E Norris (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Victim of Good Luck, by W E Norris)

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 323. Lifting and Letting Down Two 50-lb Dumb-Bells, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)

Plate 323. Lifting and Letting Down Two 50-lb Dumb-Bells, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950311 Plate 323. Lifting and Letting Down Two 50-lb Dumb-Bells, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.8x43.3 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Background imageStooping Collection: A Russian Peasant Family, 1823 (coloured engraving)

A Russian Peasant Family, 1823 (coloured engraving)
468741 A Russian Peasant Family, 1823 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageStooping Collection: The Gardener (w / c on paper)

The Gardener (w / c on paper)
XIR391480 The Gardener (w/c on paper) by Persian School, (18th century); Bernisches Historisches Museum, Bern, Switzerland; (add.info.: The Gardener; ); Persian, out of copyright

Background imageStooping Collection: St. Panteleimon the Healer, 1931 (tempera on canvas)

St. Panteleimon the Healer, 1931 (tempera on canvas)
5642649 St. Panteleimon the Healer, 1931 (tempera on canvas) by Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947); 44.5A--78.7 cm; Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York; eNicholas Roerich Museum; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageStooping Collection: Plate 312. Heaving a 75-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 312. Heaving a 75-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950058 Plate 312.Heaving a 75-lb Rock, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 38.7x30.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageStooping Collection: The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, stooping to pick up a handkerchief (b / w photo)

The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, stooping to pick up a handkerchief (b / w photo)
6010202 The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, stooping to pick up a handkerchief (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman)



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"Stooping: A Journey Through Time and Postures" Step into the world of stooping, where the human body takes on various postures throughout history. From Jockey Fred Archer Vf to Picture No. 11980729, we explore the art of bending down. In an old advertisement for Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander, we witness a man stooping to demonstrate its effectiveness. The image captures the essence of physical fitness in a bygone era. Looking Down The Stairs, an animated desk lamp illuminates our path as we delve deeper into this topic. It reminds us that even objects can adopt a posture akin to stooping. Muybridge's iconic series "Walking" showcases different stages of movement, including moments when individuals are caught mid-stoop. These freeze frames allow us to appreciate the beauty within each position. Moving beyond photography, historical artwork such as "Christ Carrying the Cross" transports us back to c. 1510-15 when stooping was depicted with profound symbolism and religious significance. DDE-90021271 introduces another dimension with Young Brown bear sitting in meadow in Finland during July. Even animals engage in their own versions as they navigate their surroundings. A glimpse inside a farmhouse interior painted on canvas reveals scenes where farmers may have often found themselves hunched over or leaning forward while tending to their daily tasks. Lastly, an engraving titled "A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India" demonstrates how humans adapt their postures for scientific pursuits - even if it means temporarily adopting a stooped stance for observation purposes. Through these hints and images spanning across time and disciplines, we discover that stooping is not just a mere bodily action but rather a reflection of our connection with nature, work ethics, artistic expressions, and scientific explorations throughout history.