Fine Art Print : Skulls of Tuang child and a chimpanzee
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Skulls of Tuang child and a chimpanzee
Tuang child (Australopithecus africanus) and chimpanzee skulls. The Tuang child fossil (left) was discovered in 1924 in Tuang, South Africa. The child, an example of A. africanus, is believed to have been about 3 years old at the time of its death. A. africanus was a bipedal ape living in Africa 3-2 million years ago. The skull is similar to that of the chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes, right), although A. africanus had more human-like teeth and a slightly larger brain capacity
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the fascinating connection between our ancient past and the present with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints featuring the intriguing skulls of a Tuang child and a chimpanzee. This captivating pairing showcases the striking similarities between Australopithecus africanus, a key early human ancestor, and our closest living relative, the chimpanzee. Bring the wonder of human evolution into your home or office with these beautifully printed and framed art pieces from Science Photo Library.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 print showcases the skulls of a Tuang child and a chimpanzee, offering a fascinating glimpse into our evolutionary history. On the left is the skull of the Tuang child, an Australopithecus africanus fossil discovered in 1924 in Tuang, South Africa. Believed to have been around 3 years old at the time of its death, this A. africanus specimen provides valuable insights into our bipedal ape ancestors who roamed Africa 3-2 million years ago. Comparing it to the chimpanzee skull on the right, we can observe striking similarities between these two species. However, there are notable differences as well. The Tuang child's skull exhibits more human-like teeth and slightly larger brain capacity than that of its chimpanzee counterpart. This image not only highlights the wonders of paleoanthropology but also emphasizes how closely related humans and primates are in terms of evolution. It serves as a reminder that we share common ancestry with these incredible creatures. The photograph captures this duo in all its glory – showcasing bone structures frozen in time through fossilization. It invites us to ponder upon our place within nature's grand tapestry and encourages further exploration into our origins as hominids. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an awe-inspiring visual representation that sparks curiosity about our past and fuels scientific inquiry for future discoveries.
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