Rhodomela lycopodoides [= Rhodomela lycopodioides] c. 1843 - 1853

"Rhodomela lycopodioides" is a cyanotype photograph of a seaweed specimen taken by Anna Atkins between 1843 and 1853. Atkins was a pioneer in the use of the cyanotype process, which produces a distinctive blue background with white details. The image depicts the delicate branching structure of the seaweed, showcasing its intricate details. This photograph is a part of Atkins's groundbreaking book, "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions," which established her as a leading figure in botanical photography.