Print of an ichthyosaur head, engraved in 1814
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Framed Print of Head of an ichthyosaur
Head of an ichthyosaur (Temnodontosaurus platyodon), engraved by James Basire after drawing by William Clift. The ichthyosaur skull was found by Joseph Anning (1796-1849) in the autumn of 1811. His younger sister Mary Anning (1799-1847) would find the vertebrae and the ribs of the same creature in November 1812. This creature was the siblings first major find and although fragments of ichthyosaurs had been found before, this particular specimen initiated the first scientific description of these dolphin-like, marine reptiles by Everard Home (1756-1832) in 1814. Date: 1814. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries. © The Geological Society / Mary Evans
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Ichthyosaur Skull , James Basire Engraving , Temnodontosaurus Platyodon , Dolphin-like Sea Creatures , Everard Home Scientific Description , Mary Anning Fossil Find , Joseph Anning Discovery 1811 , William Clift Drawing Skills , Ichthyosaur Head Study
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'Head of an ichthyosaur' Framed Prints, featuring a rare 19th-century engraving by James Basire after William Clift's drawing. This historic artwork shows the Temnodontosaurus platyodon skull discovered by Joseph Anning in 1811. Perfect for paleontology enthusiasts and art collectors, our Framed Prints are an addition to any home or office decor.
A detailed print of an ichthyosaur skull features a finely engraved image. The head is rendered in precise lines and subtle shading, capturing the intricate texture of the fossilized bone. This engraving showcases James Basire's skillful artistry, based on William Clift's original drawing. Printed on high-quality paper, this reproduction presents a striking representation of a marine reptile from the past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 58.8cm x 41.4cm (23.1" x 16.3")
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