This is a photograph of a series of frames capturing the motion of a person throwing a ball. The series consists of multiple black and white frames arranged in a grid pattern, illustrating the sequential movement involved in the act of throwing. Each frame captures slight variations in posture, depicting the dynamic transition from a standing position, to the act of hurling a ball, and the subsequent finishing pose. The background is composed of vertical lines, suggesting a stationary backdrop that highlights the progressive motion in each image. The sequential nature of the images suggests an early study in motion and movement photography, capturing the nuances of physical dynamics.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1887
- Medium
- collotype
- Dimensions
- 3296 × 2725 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original