Chondrus crispus c. 1843 - 1853

"Chondrus crispus" (c. 1843-1853) is a cyanotype photograph by Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photographic documentation. Atkins used the cyanotype process, a photographic printing technique that produces a blue-toned image, to create detailed botanical illustrations. This particular image showcases the delicate, intricate structure of the Chondrus crispus seaweed, commonly known as Irish moss, in striking detail. Atkins’s work contributed significantly to the advancement of botanical science by providing accurate and visually captivating representations of plant life.