Blueprint Collection (#2)

Furcelleria fastigiata, from Photographs of British Algae
NYL375589 Furcelleria fastigiata, from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, published 1843-53 (cyanotype) by Atkins, Anna (1799-1871); Spencer Collection, New York Public Library

Cystoseira granulata, from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions
NYL375588 Cystoseira granulata, from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, published 1843-53 (cyanotype) by Atkins, Anna (1799-1871); Spencer Collection, New York Public Library

Gustave Eiffel, 1900 (oil on canvas)
712161 Gustave Eiffel, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Guerin, Gabriel (1869-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandre Gustave Eiffel (1832-1923) was a French civil engineer and architect

Original plans for a ten-chamber revolver which later became the six-chamber patented in
PNP244094 Original plans for a ten-chamber revolver which later became the six-chamber patented in 1836, c.1830 (pen & ink on paper) by Colt

Cystoseira foeniculacea, from Photographs of British Algae
NYL375590 Cystoseira foeniculacea, from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, published 1843-53 (cyanotype) by Atkins, Anna (1799-1871); Spencer Collection, New York Public Library

Ground floor plan for Vincennes Prison, 1810 (pen and ink)
XIR439926 Ground floor plan for Vincennes Prison, 1810 (pen and ink) by French School, (19th century); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux

View of saloons and plan of cabins of the steam ship the British Queen, c. 1839 (litho)
3870562 View of saloons and plan of cabins of the steam ship the British Queen, c.1839 (litho) by Isaac, John R. (d.1871); Liverpool City Libraries; (add.info.: The British Queen)

Flight Plans
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Sphacelaria cirrhosa, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Sphacelaria cirrhosa, ca. 1853

Enteromorpha clathrata, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Enteromorpha clathrata, ca. 1853

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"Unveiling the Timeless Blueprint: A Journey through History and Imagination" Step aboard the old-fashioned steam train locomotive, as we embark on a captivating journey through time. Our first stop takes us back to 1853 with Schizonema Smithii, a botanical marvel captured by the talented Anna Atkins. Witness her intricate blueprint of nature's beauty unfold before your eyes. Next, we explore Rome's majestic Palatine Hill, brought to life in an astonishing floor plan published in 1878. Marvel at the architectural mastery that once graced this ancient city as you trace its blueprint with awe. As we venture further into innovation, an illustration reveals two engineers engrossed in a blueprint for a bridge under construction. Feel their determination and expertise radiate from the page as they shape our world's infrastructure. Anna Atkins returns with Cladostephus spongiosus, another mesmerizing creation from 1853. Her meticulous blueprints of marine life transport us beneath the waves to witness nature's hidden wonders. The Tour de Montaigne awaits our exploration next—a litho masterpiece showcasing its detailed plan at Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne. Let your imagination soar within these walls steeped in history and grandeur. Prepare for lift-off as Spaceship Explorer 1 emerges from its blueprint realm—an embodiment of mankind's relentless pursuit of discovery beyond Earth's boundaries. The stars beckon as we set sail into uncharted territories. Transitioning from outer space to minimalist elegance, behold Farnsworth House—its sleek lines and simplicity immortalized within its minimalistic blueprint design drawing. Experience architecture stripped down to its purest form. Spaceship Explorer 1 makes another appearance—this time ready for interstellar travel. Embrace boundless possibilities as humanity pushes technological frontiers towards new horizons yet unseen.