Plate Number 714. Dog; aroused by a torpedo; mastiff, Smith 1887

Eadweard Muybridge's "Plate Number 714. Dog; aroused by a torpedo; mastiff, Smith" (1887) is a photographic study of a dog's movement. The image is a series of 12 frames capturing the dog's reaction to a torpedo, showcasing its rapid and fluid movements. This work is a significant example of Muybridge's pioneering use of sequential photography to analyze motion, contributing to the development of motion pictures. The image exemplifies the photographer's dedication to capturing animal movement and is considered a key contribution to the field of animal locomotion studies.