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Plate 506. Bricklaying, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
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Plate 506. Bricklaying, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950354 Plate 506. Bricklaying, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.6x36.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Animal Locomotion, 1887, Volume V, Men (Pelvis Cloth)); eAddison Gallery of American Art; gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22544780
© Addison Gallery of American Art gift of the Edwin J. Beinecke Trust / Bridgeman Images
Animal Locomotion Bend Bending Bricklayer Bricklaying Bricks Build Builder Early Motion Picture Sequence Frames Loincloth Masonry Mortar Motion Pelvis Cloth Semi Naked Sequence Sequential Stop Motion Trowel B W Photo Black And White Photograph Labourer
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This photograph, titled "Plate 506. Bricklaying, 1872-85" captures a moment frozen in time during the early days of motion picture experimentation. Taken by renowned photographer Eadweard Muybridge, this collotype print showcases his groundbreaking work on animal locomotion. The image depicts a sequence of frames capturing the movement and actions of a male bricklayer at work. With his nudity partially concealed by a loincloth, the laborer bends down to apply mortar between bricks with precision and skill. The intensity and concentration on his face are evident as he meticulously builds upon each layer. Muybridge's scientific approach to photography is evident in this study of movement. Through sequential images like these, he aimed to understand human motion more deeply while also pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. Displayed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Massachusetts, this print offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into both history and science. It serves as a testament to Muybridge's pioneering spirit and his significant contributions to the field of photography. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we can't help but appreciate how it encapsulates not only the physical act of bricklaying but also symbolizes human ingenuity and our eternal quest for knowledge through artistry.
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