Polysiphonia furcellata c. 1843 - 1853

Anna Atkins, a pioneer in photography, created *Polysiphonia furcellata* (c. 1843 - 1853) as part of her groundbreaking *Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions*. This cyanotype, a photographic printing process, showcases the intricate detail of the algae, rendered in a stark white against a deep blue background. Atkins's work not only documented the beauty of the natural world but also contributed to the advancement of scientific illustration. Her cyanotypes were a unique way to explore and share the wonders of the natural world.