Framed Print : Megatherium americanum or Great Beast, genus
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Megatherium americanum or Great Beast, genus
Megatherium americanum or Great Beast, genus of elephant-sized ground sloths native to America.. Colour printed illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1916, Hamburg. Heinrich Harder (1858-1935) was a German landscape artist and book illustrator
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Americanum Beast Creature Dinosaur Elephant Extinct Hamburg Harder Heinrich Megatherium Pleistocene Pliocene Prehistoric Sized Sloth Tiere Urwelt
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Introducing the awe-inspiring Megatherium americanum Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning, color printed illustration by Heinrich Harder, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the majesty of the Great Beast, a genus of elephant-sized ground sloths native to the Americas during the Pleistocene epoch. With intricate detail and vivid colors, this captivating print transports you back in time, allowing you to witness the wonder of prehistoric creatures up close. Enhance your home or office decor with the timeless beauty and fascinating history encapsulated within this remarkable piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This chromolithograph depicts Megatherium americanum, also known as the Great Beast, a colossal ground sloth native to the Americas during the Pliocene and Pleistocene epochs. With an estimated weight of up to 11 tons and a length of 10 meters, Megatherium was one of the largest land animals to have ever existed. Heinrich Harder's meticulous illustration captures the majesty and intrigue of this extinct creature. With its massive, curved claws, Megatherium was well-equipped for digging and climbing trees, but it primarily lived on the ground, feeding on leaves, fruits, and bark. Its elongated snout and small, round ears are also distinct features of this fascinating beast. Harder's illustration is taken from his book "Tiere der Urwelt" or "Animals of the Prehistoric World," published in 1916 in Hamburg, Germany. Harder, a German landscape artist and book illustrator, brought the ancient world to life with his colorful and detailed renderings of extinct creatures. This image is a testament to his artistic skill and the enduring fascination with the history of life on Earth. Megatherium roamed the American continents until its extinction around 10,000 years ago. Its discovery and study have provided valuable insights into the ecology and evolution of large mammals, offering a glimpse into the past and fueling our curiosity about the natural world.
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