Plate Number 107. Turning to ascend stairs with a bucket of water and a broom in hands

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a series of black and white images capturing the movement of a figure in period clothing performing different actions with a broom and a bucket. The full description depicts a motion study consisting of sequential frames arranged in a grid. Each frame captures a slight advancement in movement, illustrating the act of walking and handling objects in a choreographed manner. The background features a grid pattern. The attire includes a bonnet, long dress, apron, and patterned stockings. The composition serves an educational or analytical purpose, emphasizing the fluidity of motion through still imagery.