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Plate Number 312. Heaving a 75-lb. rock

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a series of photographs featuring a man in motion with a large ball. The man's full body is visible in each frame, showcasing various positions that suggest throwing and lifting the ball. The man is bald and nude, with a muscular physique and no discernible facial hair. The backdrop is a grid-like indoor setting with tiled flooring and a plain wall.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
collotype
Dimensions
3192 × 2577 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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