Plate Number 669. Ox; walking 1887

Eadweard Muybridge’s *Plate Number 669. Ox; walking*, from 1887, is a groundbreaking example of his photographic studies of animal locomotion. The image, comprised of sixteen individual frames, captures the sequential movements of a walking ox. Muybridge’s innovative use of multiple cameras allowed him to freeze motion, revealing the complex mechanics of animal movement. This photographic sequence is not only scientifically valuable but also serves as a visual testament to Muybridge's pioneering work in the field of motion studies, laying the groundwork for the development of cinema.