Chylocladia articulata c. 1843 - 1853

"Chylocladia articulata" is a cyanotype photograph of a seaweed, created by Anna Atkins between 1843 and 1853. This piece is part of her larger work, "Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions", a collection of photograms that showcased the intricate details of different species of algae using the newly developed cyanotype printing process. Atkins was a pioneer in the field of photography and her work significantly contributed to the development of photo documentation of natural specimens. Atkins' cyanotype prints are remarkable for their delicate details and stark contrast, creating a distinctive aesthetic that captures the beauty of the natural world.