Plate Number 332. Boxing, cross-buttocks 1887

Eadweard Muybridge's "Plate Number 332. Boxing, cross-buttocks," from 1887, is a photographic study of human movement. This particular plate from his series "Animal Locomotion" captures the sequential stages of a boxing match, showcasing the athleticism and fluidity of the human form. Through a series of carefully arranged images, Muybridge breaks down the complex motions of a boxing maneuver, providing a scientific and artistic analysis of human action. Muybridge’s work was groundbreaking for its time, revolutionizing the study of motion and influencing future art and film.