Underwater photography, 19th century
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Underwater photography, 19th century
Underwater photography, 19th-century artwork. French zoologist Louis Boutan (1859-1934) taking an underwater photograph in 1893. He is in a diving suit holding his camera. A light source is at left, and at right is an octopus he is attempting to photograph. Boutans experiments took place at Banyuls-sur-Mer, on Frances Mediterranean coast. The first underwater photograph was taken in 1856, but had involved using a pole to put a camera below the water. Artwork from the 13th volume (first period of 1894) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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1890s 1893 1894 Annual Volume Biologist Camera Corals France French Helmet Inventor La Science Illustree Lamp Light Louis Figuier Magazine Mediterranean Octopus Photographer Photographing Photography Popular Science Reef Scientist Sea Bed Underwater Photography Weekly Zoologist Air Supply Banyuls Sur Mer Diving Suit Mono Chrome
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of underwater photography. Taken in 1893, it showcases French zoologist Louis Boutan, an innovative pioneer in this field. Dressed in a diving suit and armed with his camera, Boutan fearlessly explores the depths of the ocean off Banyuls-sur-Mer on France's Mediterranean coast. The image reveals Boutan's determination as he attempts to photograph an elusive octopus lurking nearby. A beam of light illuminates the scene from the left, highlighting both his subject and his unwavering commitment to capturing nature's wonders beneath the waves. Boutan's groundbreaking experiments revolutionized underwater photography by introducing new techniques and equipment. While previous attempts had involved using poles to submerge cameras, Boutan took it a step further by donning a diving suit equipped with an air supply system. This remarkable artwork is sourced from La Science Illustree, a popular science weekly publication that showcased cutting-edge discoveries during its time. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unquenchable curiosity about Earth's diverse ecosystems. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are transported back to an era where technology met exploration beneath the sea. It reminds us of how far we have come in understanding marine biology while inspiring us to continue pushing boundaries in scientific discovery today.
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