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Premium Framed Print : Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
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Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853
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Media ID 20167347
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Algae Anna Anna Atkins Atkins Atkins Anna Biology Blueprint Botanical Botany Cyan Cyanotype Earliest Hudson Leaf Leaves Marine Biology Photogram Pioneer Pioneering
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853 - A Captivating Glimpse into Anna Atkins' Pioneering Cyanotype Photography
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This mesmerizing print captures the essence of Cladostephus spongiosus, a marine algae species that fascinated biologist and photographer Anna Atkins in the mid-19th century. Created using her innovative cyanotype technique, this botanical masterpiece showcases Atkins' pioneering work as one of the earliest female photographers. With meticulous precision, Atkins skillfully translates nature's intricate details onto paper through her photogram process. The deep blue hues and delicate contours of the algae leaves evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity about our natural world. As an accomplished scientist and artist, Atkins used her camera to document various plant specimens with scientific accuracy while simultaneously creating stunning visual compositions. Her groundbreaking use of photography in botany not only advanced scientific knowledge but also laid the foundation for future generations of photographers to explore new artistic possibilities. Today, this piece is preserved at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, serving as a testament to both Atkins' legacy and the intersection between art and science during Britain's 19th-century era. It stands as a reminder that even in its simplest form – be it a leaf or an algal specimen – nature holds immense beauty waiting to be discovered. Through this remarkable artwork by Anna Atkins, we are transported back in time to witness her profound contribution to both biology and photography—a true heritage art that continues to inspire awe among enthusiasts
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