Fine Art Print : Emperor penguin egg
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Emperor penguin egg
Emperor penguin egg collected in 1911, on Scotts last expedition to Antarctica. The hole shows where the embryo was removed for study. This is 1 of only 3 penguin eggs collected when fresh under extremely harsh conditions in Antarctica by members of Captain Robert Falcon Scotts Terra Nova expedition team. It was hoped that the embryos inside would confirm a link between reptiles and birds. Date: 1911
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Media ID 14238701
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
Aptenodytes Aptenodytes Forsteri Black Background Dr Edward Adrian Wilson Dr Edward Wilson Dr Wilson Edward Adrian Wilson Edward Wilson Emperor Penguin Hole Penguin Sauropsid Sauropsida Scott Spheniscidae Sphenisciformes Studioshot Treasures Wilson
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece features an Emperor penguin egg, captured in stunning detail from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Collected during Scott's legendary Antarctic expedition in 1911, this rare and historic artifact offers a unique glimpse into the mysteries of the animal kingdom. Our Fine Art Prints are available in limited editions, ensuring that each print is a prized addition to your collection. Bring the wonder of the Emperor penguin's nesting grounds into your home with this captivating and intriguing work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases an Emperor penguin egg, collected during the Terra Nova Expedition led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott in Antarctica in 1911. One of only three fresh penguin eggs ever obtained under the extreme conditions of the frozen continent, this precious specimen was meticulously gathered by members of Scott's team, including the renowned naturalist Dr. Edward Adrian Wilson. The Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri), the largest of all penguin species, lays its eggs during the harsh Antarctic winter, making collection a remarkable feat. The egg, belonging to the class Aves and order Sphenisciformes, was carefully transported back to the expedition's base camp for further study. Dr. Wilson, an accomplished ornithologist and zoologist, was particularly interested in the Emperor penguin egg due to its potential to confirm a long-standing scientific theory. At the time, many believed that birds were descendants of reptiles, belonging to the Sauropsida class. The study of the Emperor penguin embryo, which had been carefully removed from the egg, could potentially provide crucial evidence to support this hypothesis. This historical artifact, with the telltale hole where the embryo was extracted, now stands as a testament to the groundbreaking research conducted during the Terra Nova Expedition. The determination and perseverance of Scott's team, despite the unforgiving Antarctic environment, led to significant advancements in our understanding of avian biology and evolution.
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