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Plate Number 307. Throwing an iron disk

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

The series consists of sequential photographs of a man throwing a discus. The images capture different stages of the throw, showcasing his body in motion. The man is nude, with no visible clothing, and his facial features are not prominent. The backdrop is plain with a grid pattern visible.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
collotype
Dimensions
2838 × 2759 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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