Rhodomenia Polycarpa 1851 - 1855

"Rhodomenia Polycarpa" is a cyanotype by Anna Atkins, a pioneer of photography. Created between 1851 and 1855, the print features delicate, white seaweed specimens against a rich blue background. Atkins, known for her groundbreaking work in botanical photography, used the cyanotype process to capture the intricate details of the seaweed, showcasing its beauty and scientific significance. This cyanotype, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Atkins' contribution to both the history of photography and the documentation of natural history.