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This is a photograph of a donkey walking. The image shows a sequence of twelve black and white frames displaying the side-view progression of a donkey in motion, capturing a detailed study of its gait. The scene features a consistent grid background. The donkey is seen from left to right in various sequences of stepping, creating a visual narrative of movement across the grid-lined backdrop. The framing and composition are reminiscent of early motion studies.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 665. Ass; walking; bareback; a boy riding, Jennie, 1887, collotype, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2020.59.1

Plate Number 665. Ass; walking; bareback; a boy riding, Jennie

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2020.59.1

This is a photograph of a sequence capturing the motion of a running dog. The image is a series of black and white frames arranged in a grid format, documenting the gait and movement of the dog in detail. The dog is shown in profile in the top row, moving from left to right through each frame. In the bottom row, the dog is captured from the back, showing the movement of its legs and tail. The photographic sequences resemble early motion studies by Eadweard Muybridge, exploring locomotion.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 710. Dog; galloping; white racing hound, Maggie, 1887, collotype, New Century Fund, 2019.131.11

Plate Number 710. Dog; galloping; white racing hound, Maggie

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2019.131.11

The image shows a person standing upright facing forward with their arms gently bent at the elbows and hands positioned slightly outward. They have a pale complexion, dark, defined eyes, a straight nose, and dark-colored lips. Their hair is styled flat against their head with a textured appearance, possibly adorned with a decorative cap or headpiece. They are wearing a fitted, light-colored dress that covers their feet. The background is a textured, solid tone.
Soichi Sunami, Ruth St. Denis, c. 1929, gelatin silver print, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 2023.105.2

Ruth St. Denis

Soichi Sunami · c. 1929 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.105.2

This is a photograph of a dog jumping over a fence. The image is a sequence of black and white frames arranged in two rows, capturing a large dog in motion as it approaches, leaps over, and lands on the other side of a fence. The dog is shown from various angles, providing a detailed study of its movements. The environment appears to be an enclosed area, likely with metal fencing visible in the background, under a natural or ambient source of light. The set-up suggests an early form of motion study or animal locomotion photography, focusing on capturing the precise mechanics of the animal's leap.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 712. Dog; jumping hurdle; mastiff, Dread, 1887, collotype, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2020.59.3

Plate Number 712. Dog; jumping hurdle; mastiff, Dread

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2020.59.3

The image shows a close-up of an individual's face and part of the upper body. The person is in a seated position, facing slightly to the side with their face turned towards the camera, giving a partial profile view. The person has a full head of dark hair styled in a wavy manner and is wearing a light-colored collared shirt. In front of them is a large, round object resembling an artist's palette. The background is a plain, smooth surface with a neutral tone.
Taizo Kato, Young Painter, c. 1920s, gelatin silver print, Gift of Funds from Clinton and Jean Wright, 2022.132.1

Young Painter

Taizo Kato · c. 1920s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.132.1

The image shows multiple large rolls of wire mesh in a uniform pattern. The color palette is sepia tones, giving it a vintage appearance. The rolls are arranged in rows, extending from the bottom left to the top right of the image, with each subsequent row slightly elevating in the background.
Kumezu Ota, The Wire #4, c. 1925, gelatin silver print, Scott Nathan and Laura DeBonis Fund, 2022.94.2

The Wire #4

Kumezu Ota · c. 1925 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.94.2

The image shows a sequence of black and white photographs featuring two nude individuals engaging in a playful water interaction. In each frame, one person is seated in a low bathtub, while the other stands nearby pouring water on them, creating splashes. Both individuals have short hair, and their facial features are visible in some frames. There is a fence or wall backdrop, suggesting an outdoor space.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 408. Two models, 1 pouring bucket of water over 8, 1887, collotype, Edward E. MacCrone Fund and New Century Fund, 2019.131.5

Plate Number 408. Two models, 1 pouring bucket of water over 8

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2019.131.5

The image shows a sequence of photographs displaying a nude individual in motion. The top row shows the person crouching down and standing up, while the bottom row captures similar movements from different angles. The individual has short hair tied closely to the head and is holding a small cloth or towel in some frames. The background consists of a tiled wall with horizontal lines, and the ground appears flat, resembling a paved or sports court.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 220. Stooping, and lifting handkerchief and turning, 1887, collotype, Edward E. MacCrone Fund, 2019.131.3

Plate Number 220. Stooping, and lifting handkerchief and turning

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2019.131.3

The image displays an industrial scene with heavy machinery in operation. A large piece of machinery, potentially a forging or pressing machine, is depicted working. Sparks fly from the metal, indicating heat and labor. The focus is on the machinery and the ambient lighting creates a mood of intensity and industriousness. Components of the machine such as levers and gears are visible, adding to its mechanical complexity. The light and shadow play enhances the drama and highlights the functionality and scale of the machinery.
Harry Kinzi Shigeta, The Drop Forge, c. 1925, gelatin silver print, Scott Nathan and Laura DeBonis Fund, 2022.94.3

The Drop Forge

Harry Kinzi Shigeta · c. 1925 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2022.94.3

This is a photograph of a sequence featuring a dog interacting with another figure. The image consists of a grid of twelve smaller images, each capturing a progressive moment in the interaction between the two figures and the dog. The images seem to depict a motion study, with the background featuring a lined grid. The dog has a spotted coat, and the lighting is uniform, casting shadows on the ground, emphasizing the motion in each step and gesture. The sequence format suggests a study of movement and interaction.
Eadweard Muybridge, Plate Number 449. Feeding a dog, 1887, collotype, New Century Fund, 2019.131.7

Plate Number 449. Feeding a dog

Eadweard Muybridge · 1887 · collotype ·  Accession ID  2019.131.7