Callithamnion polyspermum c. 1843 - 1853
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aged paper
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personal journal design
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personal sketchbook
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children publication design
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Callithamnion polyspermum" is a cyanotype photograph created by Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photography. Atkins is known for her photograms of algae and ferns, a process she called "photogenic drawing" - a precursor to modern photography. This detailed, intricate image of the red seaweed Callithamnion polyspermum showcases Atkins' precision and artistic approach to scientific documentation.
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