Microscopische opname van diatomeeën, vijftig keer vergroot 1887 - 1888

This photomicrograph, created by Dutch photographer Marinus Pieter Filbri between 1887 and 1888, showcases diatoms, a type of algae with intricate cell walls, magnified fifty times. Filbri's meticulous photographic technique captures the delicate detail of these microscopic organisms, highlighting their elegant, elongated forms. This work exemplifies the scientific and artistic potential of early photography, revealing the beauty hidden within the natural world. Photomicrography, Diatoms, Algae.