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Fine Art Print : Extinct arborescent horsetail, Calamite genus
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Extinct arborescent horsetail, Calamite genus
Extinct arborescent horsetail, Calamite genus, of the Carboniferous era. Illustration from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932
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Media ID 23381378
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Bolsche Creature Cycad Dinosaurs Extinct Genus Horsetail Leben Paleontology Palm Prehistoric Prehistory Urwelt Vegetation Wilhelm Arborescent
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an illustration of the extinct Calamite genus, an impressive arborescent horsetail from the Carboniferous era. This captivating print, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the prehistoric world as depicted in Wilhelm Bolsches' "Prehistoric Life" published in 1932. Bring the mystery and wonder of the ancient past into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 32.7cm x 53.3cm (12.9" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this illustration from Wilhelm Bolsche's "Prehistoric Life," published in 1932 by Georg Dollheimer in Leipzig, we are transported back to the Carboniferous era, approximately 350 million years ago, to witness the extinct arborescent horsetails of the Calamite genus. These ancient plants, precursors to modern horsetails, were among the first trees to dominate terrestrial ecosystems, paving the way for the diverse vegetation that would later flourish during the Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras. The Calamites, depicted here as towering trees with slender trunks and feathery fronds, were not true trees but rather large, woody herbs. They bore no seeds and reproduced through spores. Their presence marked a significant shift in the Earth's biosphere, as they contributed to the formation of coal deposits through their extensive root systems and the decay of their vegetation. This illustration also showcases other fascinating prehistoric organisms coexisting with the Calamites. In the background, a marine creature glides through the water, while a cycad and a palm tree add to the rich tapestry of vegetation. The inclusion of these various organisms highlights the interconnectedness of life during this period and the dynamic ecosystems that existed long before the era of dinosaurs. Wilhelm Bolsche's meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill bring these extinct organisms to life, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and significance in the grand tapestry of Earth's biosphere. The Calamites and their contemporaries serve as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of life on our planet and the importance of preserving the fossil records that tell their stories.
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