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Plate Number 318. Lifting a 75-lb. rock

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph depicting the motion of an individual lifting and throwing a medicine ball. The image consists of multiple frames in two rows, showing different stages of the motion. The top row begins with the individual in a squat with the medicine ball on the ground, lifting it to shoulder height. The bottom row continues with the turning and throwing motion. Each frame captures a moment in the activity, offering detailed insight into the muscular form and movement mechanics. The background includes a grid, possibly for reference, highlighting the scientific approach to studying human kinetics.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
collotype
Dimensions
4779 × 1579 px
Public Domain
Yes
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