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Plate 411. Lifting a Towel While Sitting, and Wiping Feet, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 411. Lifting a Towel While Sitting, and Wiping Feet, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950240 Plate 411. Lifting a Towel While Sitting, and Wiping Feet, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 18.9x40.8 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
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This photograph, titled "Plate 411. Lifting a Towel While Sitting, and Wiping Feet" was captured by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge between 1872-1885. The image is part of Muybridge's groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" which aimed to study movement through sequential photography. In this particular frame from Volume IV, we see a naked woman sitting on a stool in what appears to be a bathroom setting. With grace and elegance, she lifts a towel towards her feet as if preparing to wipe them clean. The composition highlights the fluidity of her movements while showcasing the intricate details of her body. Muybridge's work revolutionized the field of scientific photography and laid the foundation for early motion picture sequences. His meticulous documentation of human and animal locomotion provided invaluable insights into biomechanics and anatomy. The collotype printing technique used in this print adds depth and texture to the image, enhancing its visual impact. Now housed at Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, MA, USA, it serves as an important testament to Muybridge's pioneering contributions. This thought-provoking photograph invites viewers to contemplate not only the beauty of human form but also our inherent connection with movement and action. It captures a fleeting moment frozen in time – an exquisite blend of artistry and scientific exploration that continues to captivate audiences today.
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