Asplenium ruta muraria - Historical Cyanotype by Anna Atkins
Asplenium ruta muraria - Historical Cyanotype by Anna Atkins
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This reproduction highlights the fern Asplenium ruta muraria, captured through the scientific gaze of Anna Atkins. The plate is distinguished by its refined composition where white fronds stand out clearly against a deep blue background, reflecting an early mastery of photographic processes applied to the study of nature.
Derived from the historical collection Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, this work testifies to the artist's documentary rigor. Anna Atkins successfully combined the precision of the herbarium with the cyanotype technique, offering a precious testimony on the flora of the Victorian era and establishing herself as the first female photographer in history.
This naturalist print is perfectly suited for lovers of botany and vintage decoration. Its palette of intense blues and its documentary aspect make it a sober and elegant decorative element, inviting contemplation of the complex structures of the plant world in a process that is both artistic and scientific.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- 12-color fine art printing technology ensures accurate, vivid colors (12-color giclee printing)
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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