Chronophotograph of a Flying Heron
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Étienne-Jules Marey
Étienne-Jules Marey was a French scientist, physiologist and chronophotographer.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Chronophotograph of a Flying Heron is a 1885 by Étienne-Jules Marey, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image is a black-and-white photograph of a heron in flight. The heron is shown in multiple positions, with its wings spread and its body angled. The background is dark, and the heron is the main focus of the image. The photograph appears to be a series of still images taken in quick succession, creating a sense of movement. The heron's wings are blurred, giving the impression of motion. The image is quite old, with visible signs of aging and wear. The photograph is a great example of early motion photography. To learn more about this technique, look up sfumato.
Étienne-Jules Marey was a French scientist, physiologist and chronophotographer.
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