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The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs (b / w photo)
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The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs (b / w photo)
6010167 The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs. Illustration for The Human Figure in Motion, An Electro-Photographic Investigation of Consecutive Phases of Muscular Actions by Eadweard Muybridge (6th edn, Chapman and Hall, nd).); © Look and Learn
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the beauty of human motion. In this image titled "The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs". Eadweard Muybridge skillfully captures the grace and strength of a woman as she climbs up a flight of stairs. The woman's body is perfectly balanced as she holds a bucket of water effortlessly in one hand. Her muscles are engaged, displaying the power required for such an action. The contrast between her delicate figure and the weight she carries creates an intriguing visual juxtaposition. Muybridge's work was groundbreaking during his time, as he used photography to study and document human movement. His series "The Human Figure in Motion" aimed to capture consecutive phases of muscular actions through electro-photographic investigation. This particular photograph showcases Muybridge's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to freeze moments that would otherwise be lost to the naked eye. The slow-motion effect adds depth to the image, allowing viewers to appreciate every nuance of the woman's ascent. "The Human Figure in Motion: Woman, with a bucket of water in one hand, ascending stairs" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a scientific exploration into human kinetics. It reminds us of our inherent physical capabilities while highlighting the beauty found within everyday actions.
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