Cyanotypes 1890 1950 Gmgpc Collection

Office in the Sun Building, 1317 F St. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Office in the Sun Building, 1317 F St. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Photograph shows office interior with conference table, including waste basket and spitoon, in the Sun Building

Dining hall in home of Senator Philander Knox, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Shows dining table and chairs, fireplace, and interior decoration

Staircase in home of Senator Philander Knox, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Staircase in home of Senator Philander Knox, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

Washington Street shade trees, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Washington Street shade trees, between 1890 and 1950. View down street with horses and carriages in background

Man (banker?) seated at desk in American Security and Trust Co. Washington, D.C. c1890 - c1950
Man (banker?) seated at desk in American Security and Trust Co. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

Man (banker?) seated at desk at American Security and Trust Co. Washington, D.C. c1890 - c1950
Man (banker?) seated at desk at American Security and Trust Co. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Willard Hotel ballroom interior

The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Willard Hotel ballroom interior showing large potted plant

The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - view from balcony, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - view from balcony, between 1890 and 1950

The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - registration counter, between 1890 and 1950

The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950

The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - lobby, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - lobby, between 1890 and 1950

Cairo Flats, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Cairo Flats, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Apartment house

Office in Senator Philander Knox house, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Office in Senator Philander Knox house, Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

Treasury Dept. employees - Miss Jane Searey and Miss Van Vranken, between 1890 and 1950. Women at desk

Treasury Dept. employees - Mr. Smith's room, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Treasury Dept. employees - Mr. Smith's room, between 1890 and 1950

Post Office Dept. - Dead Letter Office, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Post Office Dept. - Dead Letter Office, between 1890 and 1950. Two men and a woman working at desks

Post Office Dept. - Dead Letter Office, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Post Office Dept. - Dead Letter Office, between 1890 and 1950. Large group of people working

Grace Denio Litchfield's home, 2010 Mass. Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Library

Grace Denio Litchfield's home, 2010 Mass. Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

Joseph Coerten Hornblower House, 1402 M St. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Joseph Coerten Hornblower House, 1402 M St. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950

Studio in house of Edward Lind Morse, R St. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Studio in house of Edward Lind Morse, R St. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Fireplace

George S. Fraser House, R St. and Conn. Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Photograph shows a far view of the exterior of the George S. Fraser House, located at 1701 20th Street, N.W

George S. Fraser House, R St. and Conn. Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. between 1890 and 1950. Photograph shows a near view of the exterior of the George S. Fraser House, located at 1701 20th Street, N.W

Library in Hearst home, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Library in Hearst home, between 1890 and 1950. Phoebe Apperson Hearst, widow of Sen. George Hearst, Washington, D.C

Lucius Tuckerman House, 1600 I St. N.W. between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Lucius Tuckerman House, 1600 I St. N.W. between 1890 and 1950. Exterior of Washington, D.C. house

Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW... c1900
Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. c1900. Bathroom, showing large rectangular bathtub

Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW... c1900
Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. c1900. Detail of large fireplace

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Cyanotypes, a photographic printing process that produces blueprints, were popular from 1890 to 1950. Known for their distinctive blue hue and unique aesthetic, cyanotypes were used by architects, engineers, and artists alike. The process involves coating paper with a light-sensitive solution containing iron salts and exposing it to UV light to create an image. Despite being primarily used for technical drawings and architectural plans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, cyanotypes also found their way into the world of art photography. Artists like Anna Atkins and Man Ray experimented with the medium, creating stunning botanical prints and abstract compositions. Today, cyanotypes are experiencing a resurgence in popularity as photographers rediscover this historic technique. The GMGPC collection showcases some of the finest cyanotype prints from this era, offering a glimpse into the past through these beautiful blue images.