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Plate Number 514. Feeding a dog

Eadweard Muybridge

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a series of photographs featuring a woman interacting with a dog. Both the woman and the dog are depicted in full body in each frame. The woman is engaged in various activities with the dog, such as playing or handling it. Her gestures and positions vary, including standing, bending slightly, and reaching out to the dog. The woman has a short hairstyle, and her facial features are not clearly visible. She is not wearing any clothing. The dog is a large breed with a short coat and visible spots. The background consists of a textured wall, and the ground is a flat surface, possibly made of stone or concrete.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
collotype
Dimensions
3596 × 2410 px
Public Domain
Yes
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