Dictyota dichotoma 1851 - 1855

"Dictyota dichotoma" is a cyanotype photograph by Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photographic documentation, created between 1851 and 1855. This image, part of her groundbreaking book "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions," showcases the delicate, branching structure of the Dictyota dichotoma seaweed, captured in the distinctive blue tones of the cyanotype process. The image is a testament to Atkins's meticulous approach to scientific illustration and her artistry in capturing the beauty of the natural world.