Gigartina plicata c. 1843 - 1853

Anna Atkins's *Gigartina plicata* is a cyanotype print from her groundbreaking book *Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions*. Using the photographic process she developed with her friend John Herschel, Atkins documented seaweed specimens, showcasing her scientific interests and artistic talent. The striking blue background and delicate white outlines of the seaweed are a testament to the early days of photography and botanical illustration.