Ceramium strictum c. 1843 - 1853

Anna Atkins, a pioneer in the field of photography, created this cyanotype, "Ceramium strictum," circa 1843-1853. This image is from her groundbreaking book "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions," which showcased the beauty and detail of marine algae. Atkins employed the cyanotype process, using sunlight to create a blue-toned print, capturing the delicate structure of the seaweed, against a deep blue background. This piece exemplifies her scientific and artistic contributions to the early development of photography.