Ceramium decurrens c. 1843 - 1853

"Ceramium decurrens" is a cyanotype print created by Anna Atkins between 1843 and 1853. Atkins was a pioneering photographer who used the cyanotype process to document and illustrate different species of algae. This particular print features two specimens of the *Ceramium decurrens* algae, depicted in white against a blue background. Atkins’ cyanotypes are not only significant for their scientific accuracy but also for their aesthetic qualities, showcasing the intricate beauty of the natural world.