Moving Skip Rope by Harold Edgerton

Moving Skip Rope Possibly 1952 - 1981

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Harold Edgerton's iconic photograph "Moving Skip Rope" captures a woman in motion, using his innovative stroboscopic technique. The black-and-white image, likely taken between 1952 and 1981, shows a series of overlapping figures as the woman skips rope, creating a mesmerizing visual effect. Edgerton's mastery of high-speed photography allowed him to freeze time and reveal the fleeting beauty of movement, making "Moving Skip Rope" a stunning example of his pioneering work in the field. His groundbreaking photographs remain influential in the art world and have been widely exhibited.

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