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Framed Print : Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis
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Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis
Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri, Testudo Indica Vosmaer.. Recently extinct species of tortoise. Last recorded in 1800 in Mauritius. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F. John from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1910, Hamburg
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1800 Backed Creature Dinosaur Extinct Giant Hamburg Indica Mauritius Prehistoric Rodrigues Saddle Testudo Tiere Tortoise Urwelt
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Introducing the captivating Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece features an image of the rare and recently extinct Cylindraspis vosmaeri, also known as the Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise. This stunning photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the natural world's history. The Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, a subspecies of the Testudo Indica, was last recorded in Mauritius in the early 19th century. Each framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the vivid colors and intricate details of this iconic species. Add this unique and thought-provoking piece to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of natural history into your living space.
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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.
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This chromolithograph illustration depicts the enigmatic and sadly extinct Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri. This remarkable creature was once indigenous to the Mascarene Island of Mauritius, located in the Indian Ocean. The Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, also known as Testudo Indica Vosmaer, was named for its distinctive saddle-like carapace, which is thought to have provided additional protection against predators. The last recorded sighting of this tortoise was in the early 19th century, around 1800, making it a fascinating and tragic example of a prehistoric creature that was lost to the world far too soon. The intricate details of this tortoise's appearance, as captured in this illustration by F. John for the publication "Tiere der Urwelt" (Animals of the Prehistoric World) in 1910, serve as a poignant reminder of the rich biodiversity that once existed on our planet. The Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise is not to be confused with the company named Testudo Indica Vosmaer, which is unrelated to this extinct species. This illustration, produced in Hamburg, Germany, is a beautiful and historically significant record of a creature that has long since vanished from the natural world. Its loss is a reminder of the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity and the role that illustrations and historical records play in documenting the natural world for future generations.
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