Ceramium ciliatum 1851 - 1855

"Ceramium ciliatum" is a cyanotype print from Anna Atkins's 1851-1855 "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions". Atkins, a pioneer of photography, used the cyanotype process, a photochemical printing technique, to document different species of algae. This particular print showcases the intricate detail of the *Ceramium ciliatum* species, highlighting its delicate branching structure against a vibrant blue background. Atkins's work not only contributed to the advancement of photography but also served as an important contribution to scientific documentation.