Part III Contents 1851 - 1855
annaatkins
themetropolitanmuseumofart
print, textile, paper, cyanotype, photography
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still-life-photography
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textile
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paper
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cyanotype
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photography
"Part III Contents" is a cyanotype photograph by Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photographic art, from her book "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions". The image, a page from the book, features a list of algae species, showcasing Atkins' innovative use of the cyanotype process to create detailed, scientific illustrations. This work, created between 1851 and 1855, is a significant example of early photography and botanical art, demonstrating the use of this process for scientific documentation and artistic expression.
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