Plate Number 275. Baseball, batting a low ball 1887

Eadweard Muybridge created this photographic sequence of a baseball player in motion to capture and analyze movement. The grid-like structure of the composition immediately draws attention to the serial nature of the photograph. Each frame captures a distinct moment, yet it's the arrangement as a whole that creates an illusion of continuous motion. Muybridge's use of photography allows us to dissect and understand the complex movements involved in batting a baseball. The frames visually break down the action. This dissection reveals the mechanics of motion, turning the human body into a subject of scientific scrutiny. This investigation into movement reflects broader concerns of the era. It challenges traditional ways of representing the body by embracing new technologies to explore the boundaries of human perception and knowledge. Muybridge's work encourages us to see beyond surface appearances.