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Plate 98. Turning and Ascending Stairs, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 98. Turning and Ascending Stairs, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950153 Plate 98. Turning and Ascending Stairs, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 17.8x43.2 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 Ascend Ascending Ascent Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Motion Sequence Sequential Stairs Steps Stop Motion Upwards B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Plate 98. Turning and Ascending Stairs" was taken by the renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge between 1872 and 1885. The image is a collotype print on paper, measuring approximately 17.8x43.2 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 study of a nude female figure gracefully ascending a set of stairs with fluidity and elegance. Muybridge's work revolutionized early motion picture sequences through his innovative stop-motion technique using multiple frames captured in quick succession. His scientific approach to photography allowed for an in-depth exploration of movement and its various stages. In this mesmerizing composition, the viewer witnesses the woman's gradual ascent as she turns her body while climbing each step effortlessly. The contrast between light and shadow emphasizes her nakedness, creating a sense of vulnerability yet celebrating the beauty of the human form. Displayed at the Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, USA, this print is part of their collection gifted by the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust. Through Muybridge's lens, we are invited into an intimate exploration of both artistry and science—a visual testament to his pioneering contributions that continue to inspire photographers today.
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