1807 1889 Collection

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus
Watercolour painting by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, (1809-1889). These marine reptiles live in Europe duing the early Jurassic period about 200 millions years ago

Extinct marine reptiles
Sheet 1 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of marine reptiles lived during the Jurassic period between 200

Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models
Models sculpted by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, working closely with Joseph Paxton and Richard Owen, were installed in the worlds first dinosaur park which opened at Crystal Palace Park in 1854

Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus
Sheet 3 of a series of posters by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862, showing Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. Date: circa 1862

Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models
Models sculpted by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, working closely with Joseph Paxton and Richard Owen, were installed in the worlds first dinosaur park which opened at Crystal Palace Park in 1854

Megatherium and Glyptodon
Sheet 5 of a series of posters by Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862 showing Megatherium and Glyptodon. Date: circa 1862

Anoplotherium commune & gracile, Palaeotherium
Sheet 4 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of mammals could be found during the Eocene epoch some 50 million years ago

Megalosaurus and Pterodactyle
Sheet 2 of a series of posters by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862, showing Megalosaurus and Pterodactyle

Mammoth and Hyaena
Sheet 6 of a series of posters by Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862 showing Mammoth elephas primigenius, Hyaena spelaea, Hippopotamus major, Ursus spelaeus & Machairodus latidens. Date: circa 1862

Plesiosaurus, Telesaurus, Ichthyosaurus, Pentacrinites, Ammo
Sheet 1 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of marine reptiles lived during the Jurassic period between 200 and 145 million years ago

The Extinct Animals model room at Crystal Palace, Sydenham, showing models of dinosaurs being prepared for display. Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins (1807-1889) prepared the display

Victorian invitation and menu for dinner at Crystal Palace (

Brachyteles sp. woolly spider monkey
Brachyteles frontatus. Hand coloured lithograph from a drawing by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins (1807-1889)

Pithecia sp. saki and Pithecia leucocephala, white-headed s
Pithecia pogonias & head of Pithecia leucocephala. Hand coloured lithograph from a drawing by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins (1807-1889)

Pre-historic creature by Benjamin Hawkins
Watercolour by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Pre-historic creatures by Benjamin Hawkins

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus, Stenosaurus and another marine
These reptiles lived during the Jurrassic period, about 150 million years ago. Watercolour by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus, Stenosaurus
These reptiles lived during the Jurrassic period, about 150 million years ago. Watercolour by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins (1807-1889)

Class Reptilia - Dinosauria, or Gigantic Lizards: Iguanadon
Class Reptilia - Dinosauria, or Gigantic Lizards:Iguanadon

Iguanodon model 1854
A 1/20 life size model of the dinosaur Iguanodon created by Waterhouse Hawkins in 1854 under the the supervision of Professor Sir Richard Owen. The model measures 40cm

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Step back in time to the 19th century, where a world of prehistoric wonders awaits. From 1807 to 1889, an era of discovery and fascination with ancient creatures unfolded. The Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models were at the heart of this excitement. Imagine standing before these magnificent models, marveling at the lifelike representation of long-extinct marine reptiles like Ichthyosaurus and Plesiosaurus. These creatures once roamed the oceans, their fossilized remains now brought back to life through meticulous craftsmanship. But it wasn't just sea-dwelling giants that captured attention; land-dwelling behemoths also took center stage. The Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus stood tall among their peers, showcasing their armored bodies and powerful presence. Visitors couldn't help but be awestruck by these ancient beasts. The Extinct Animals model room at Crystal Palace was a sight to behold - a treasure trove of paleontological wonders. Megatherium and Glyptodon loomed large alongside Anoplotherium commune & gracile and Palaeotherium, representing diverse species from different epochs. Megalosaurus and Pterodactyle dominated the skies above while Mammoth and Hyaena prowled on land below. This immersive experience transported visitors back millions of years into Earth's history when these creatures ruled supreme. And let us not forget about those mysterious underwater inhabitants. Plesiosaurus gracefully swam alongside Telesaurus as Ichthyosaurus darted through the depths below them. Pentacrinites added an ethereal touch to this aquatic scene, reminding us that beauty existed even beneath the waves. The Victorian invitation for dinner at Crystal Palace speaks volumes about society's fascination with these extinct animals. It was more than just scientific curiosity; it was an opportunity for people from all walks of life to come together in awe-inspiring surroundings while discussing the wonders of the natural world.