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Plate Number 278. Baseball, batting

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

The image contains multiple small photographs arranged in a grid format, showing a sequence of motion of a nude man swinging a baseball bat. The man's various angles and positions are captured, highlighting the dynamic movement of his muscles. The man's facial features are partially visible, with short hair, and no clothing or jewelry is present. The background suggests a studio setting with a gridded or lined wall, accentuated by lighting.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
collotype
Dimensions
4459 × 1914 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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