Griffithsia equisetifolia 1851 - 1855

Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photography, created this cyanotype, "Griffithsia equisetifolia," as part of her groundbreaking book, *Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions*. The delicate white silhouette of the seaweed, a type of red algae, stands out against the vibrant blue background, showcasing Atkins's mastery of the cyanotype process, which she used to capture the intricate details of marine botanical specimens. This work, created between 1851 and 1855, is a testament to the early days of photography and its application in scientific documentation.