Confera arcta - the three upper specimens in the young state 1851 - 1855

Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photography, created this cyanotype print as part of her groundbreaking work "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions." "Conferva arcta - the three upper specimens in the young state" showcases Atkins's mastery of the cyanotype process, capturing intricate details of the algae in stark white against a vibrant blue background. This image, from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to her meticulous documentation of the natural world and her significant contribution to the history of photography.