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Plate 476. Child, Sitting Down on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 476. Child, Sitting Down on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950424 Plate 476.Child, Sitting Down on the Ground, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.2x45.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume VI, Females (Semi Nude) & Children); gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust; English, out of copyright
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© gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph, titled "Plate 476. Child, Sitting Down on the Ground, 1885" is a remarkable piece of art captured by Eadweard Muybridge. The image showcases a child in motion, sitting down on the ground with an innocent curiosity that is both endearing and timeless. Muybridge was renowned for his groundbreaking work in early motion picture sequences and animal locomotion studies. This particular print belongs to his iconic series called "Animal Locomotion" published in 1887. It captures the essence of movement through sequential frames, providing valuable insights into scientific photography at that time. The child depicted here adds a touch of innocence to this scientific study. With their nakedness symbolizing purity and vulnerability, they sit comfortably on the ground as if exploring their surroundings or lost in thought. The collotype printing technique used enhances every detail of this mesmerizing composition. Displayed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, MA, USA, this print serves as a testament to Muybridge's artistic genius and contribution to photographic history. Gifted by the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust, it continues to inspire viewers with its timeless beauty. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of how art can capture fleeting moments and freeze them forever within our visual realm.
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