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Framed Print : Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas - coming ashore to lay their eggs and being caught and turned over by sailors. Turtle meat greatly prized. Wood engraving c1900
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Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas - coming ashore to lay their eggs and being caught and turned over by sailors. Turtle meat greatly prized. Wood engraving c1900
530271 Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas - coming ashore to lay their eggs and being caught and turned over by sailors. Turtle meat greatly prized. Wood engraving c1900.; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38406498
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Ashore C1900 Caught Coming Edible Eggs Greatly Herpetology Meat Turned Turtle Chelonia Mydas Prized
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring a piece of history into your home with this captivating framed print from Media Storehouse. Featuring a wood engraving from c1900, the image captures sailors catching and turning over a Green (Edible) Turtle as it comes ashore to lay its eggs. A unique and striking addition to any space.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This wood engraving from c1900 depicts a Green (Edible) Turtle, scientifically known as Chelonia mydas, coming ashore to lay their eggs. However, the peaceful scene takes a dark turn as sailors catch and turn over the turtle, highlighting the exploitation of these magnificent creatures for their prized meat.
The image captures the natural beauty of this marine reptile in its vulnerable state, emphasizing the importance of conservation efforts to protect endangered species like the Green Turtle. The intricate details in the wood engraving bring to life the struggle between man and nature, showcasing how human greed can threaten delicate ecosystems.
As we reflect on this poignant depiction of wildlife exploitation, it serves as a reminder of our responsibility to preserve and respect all living beings that share our planet. Let us strive to learn from past mistakes and work towards creating a more sustainable future where animals like the Green Turtle can thrive without fear of being hunted for profit.
This historic print is not just a piece of art but also a powerful message about environmental stewardship and ethical treatment of animals. It urges us to reconsider our relationship with nature and inspire positive change for generations to come.
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