This model appears in a number of photos attributed to Igout, including one of the two double panels in today's series. My interest was drawn to his hand for two reasons. First, he apparently worked mainly outdoors in long sleeves since only his hand is tanned. Second, there is something intriguing about the way he his holding his fingers against the wall. I don't know why I noticed that, but I did.
It's surprising that the tanned hand stands out so much. But you're right, Jerry, you have to wonder about how his hand seems to be trying to grip the wall. His feet are configured interestingly, too. His right leg...is it hair, or just shadow?
ReplyDeleteNot positive, but some of both, I think.
DeleteFrom the quality of the pose I think we can assume he is an experienced model. For me the position of the left foot over the right, the left arm, the twist in the hips and even the right fingers on the wall are all methods of balance. I just tried it...I think I'm right. Can be held for say 20 mins. A gorgeous pose..one to try.
ReplyDeleteThanks, as always, for your expertise on this! Makes sense.
DeleteThanks. Stripped off, leaning against the wall. Dedication.
DeleteAbout bleached shading. Basic B&W film emulsion has maximum sensitivity to UV & blue coloured light and least sensitive to red. Most late 19th century plates had what was known as an orthochromatic col response, still most sensitive to blue light but extended sensitivity into the green, and later the orange range. By 1906 Panchromatic plates that did all colours were available. Orthochromatic film remained popular till late 1920's.
DeleteThanks, John. I'm learning a lot from these comments.
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