Enteromorpha compressa 1851 - 1855

"Enteromorpha compressa" is a cyanotype photograph by Anna Atkins, a pioneering botanist and photographer, created between 1851 and 1855. The image is part of her groundbreaking book, "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions", which documented various algae species. The cyanotype process, which Atkins mastered, uses light-sensitive iron salts to create a blue print. This example showcases the delicate structure and unique forms of the Enteromorpha compressa algae against a vibrant blue background, demonstrating Atkins's dedication to scientific accuracy and artistic expression in her botanical studies.