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Plate 525. A, Descending Step; B, Ascending Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 525. A, Descending Step; B, Ascending Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950283 Plate 525. A, Descending Step; B, Ascending Step, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 30.6x22.1 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
Animal Locomotion Ascend Ascending Ascent Bowl Carry Descend Descending Descent Down Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Going Down Going Up Motion Sequence Sequential Stairs Step Stepping Steps Stop Motion Tankard B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 525. A, Descending Step; B, Ascending Step" was taken by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge in 1872-85. The print showcases a fascinating early motion picture sequence captured through collotype on paper. Part of Muybridge's groundbreaking series "Animal Locomotion" this particular image belongs to Volume IV dedicated to Women (Nude). It offers a scientific study of movement and sequential action, providing valuable insights into human locomotion. In the photograph, a nude woman is depicted carrying a bowl or glass tankard while stepping down from one step (A) and ascending another step (B). The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us to observe each frame of this stop-motion sequence with precision. Muybridge's work revolutionized photography as he sought to capture motion in its purest form. His pioneering techniques laid the foundation for modern-day cinematography and animation. Currently housed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, MA, USA, this print serves as an important historical artifact that combines artistry with scientific exploration. Its timeless beauty continues to captivate viewers today while reminding us of the remarkable advancements made in both photography and our understanding of human movement throughout history.
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