Plate Number 371. Acrobat, vertical "press up" 1887

Eadweard Muybridge's "Plate Number 371. Acrobat, vertical 'press up'" (1887) is a classic example of his groundbreaking photographic studies of motion. Composed of 12 sequential images, the photograph captures the dynamic movement of an acrobat performing a handstand and press-up. Muybridge's work revolutionized the understanding of human and animal locomotion, paving the way for the development of cinema. This work is an essential piece in the history of photography and art, showcasing the power of capturing movement in a series of still images.