Untitled c. 1840 - 1843

This anonymous, small-scale, "Untitled" work, dating from 1840-1843, uses a cyanotype process, a photographic technique utilizing a light-sensitive iron salt solution, to create a negative image of a moth. The blue and white tones and the moth's fragile form evoke a sense of wonder and mystery. The work reflects an early exploration of photography and its capacity to capture the natural world, making it a noteworthy example of early photographic art.