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Cat Trotting and galloping, Plate 717 from Animal Locomotion, 1887 (photograph)
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Cat Trotting and galloping, Plate 717 from Animal Locomotion, 1887 (photograph)
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Eadweard Muybridge 1830 1904 Feline Gallop Motion Movement Tabby Domestic Animal Historica Graphica Collection Tabby Cat Trot
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This photograph, titled "Cat Trotting and Galloping" is a remarkable piece of art from the 19th century. Taken by Eadweard Muybridge in 1887 as part of his iconic Animal Locomotion series, this image showcases the graceful movement of a domestic tabby cat. Intriguingly frozen mid-stride, the feline's agile body displays both power and elegance. Its trotting and galloping motion is beautifully captured, allowing us to witness the fluidity of its every muscle. The historical significance of this photograph lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its contribution to scientific understanding. Muybridge's groundbreaking work revolutionized photography by capturing sequential images that revealed previously unseen details about animal locomotion. His meticulous studies paved the way for advancements in various fields such as biomechanics and animation. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection, we are transported back to a time when photography was still in its infancy. The simplicity of black and white adds an air of timeless elegance to this snapshot frozen within history. Let us appreciate the beauty found within these 19th-century frames – an exquisite portrayal of a cat's natural gracefulness forever immortalized through Muybridge's lens.
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