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Plate 490. A, Sitting Down; B, Sitting Down; C, Sprinkling Water
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Plate 490. A, Sitting Down; B, Sitting Down; C, Sprinkling Water
3950101 Plate 490. A, Sitting Down; B, Sitting Down; C, Sprinkling Water, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.6x38.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume II, Males (Nude)); eAddison Gallery of American Art; gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23259684
© Addison Gallery of American Art gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph, titled "Plate 490. A, Sitting Down; B, Sitting Down; C, Sprinkling Water" captures a remarkable moment frozen in time by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge. Taken between 1872 and 1885 as part of his groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this collotype print showcases Muybridge's pioneering work in capturing motion through sequential frames. In this particular image, we see three male figures engaged in different actions. Two men are seated on chairs while the third stands beside them holding a basin filled with water. The man pouring water from the basin creates an intriguing visual contrast against the stillness of those sitting down. The subjects' advanced age is evident from their grey hair and beards, adding an air of wisdom and experience to the scene. Their nudity symbolizes vulnerability and rawness, emphasizing their connection to nature rather than societal norms. Muybridge's meticulous attention to detail allows us to appreciate every nuance of movement captured within each frame. This scientific approach revolutionized photography as it paved the way for early motion picture sequences and contributed significantly to our understanding of human locomotion. Displayed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts, this print serves as a testament to Muybridge's artistic genius and his invaluable contributions to both art and science. It invites viewers into a world where time stands still yet reveals profound insights into human movement that continue to captivate audiences today.
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