Plate Number 221. Stooping and lifting a 12-lb. basket to head 1887

Eadweard Muybridge's "Plate Number 221. Stooping and lifting a 12-lb. basket to head" (1887) is a photographic sequence depicting a woman performing a simple yet physically demanding task. The image is divided into three rows of 12 photographs, each capturing a moment in time, showcasing the motion of the woman's body. Muybridge’s use of multiple cameras to capture these sequential images was groundbreaking in the 19th century, contributing to the development of motion pictures and the study of human movement. This iconic image serves as a testament to Muybridge's pioneering work in photography, known as "motion study."