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Jigsaw Puzzle : Northern tamandua, Tamandua mexicana
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Northern tamandua, Tamandua mexicana
Northern tamandua, Tamandua mexicana (Ursine ant-eater). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1824
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the wonders of the animal kingdom with our exquisite Northern Tamandua jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features a hand-colored copperplate engraving of the Northern Tamandua, Tamandua mexicana, taken from Edward Griffiths' The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, published in 1824. Immerse yourself in the intricacies of this beautiful and intriguing animal, native to Central and South America. With each piece perfectly cut and fitting seamlessly together, solving this puzzle is not just a pastime but an adventure into the natural world. Order yours today and bring the beauty of the Northern Tamandua into your home!
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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 exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Northern Tamandua, also known as the Mexican Anteater or Harriet's Anteater (Tamandua mexicana), an intriguing and fascinating creature of the Americas. The Northern Tamandua is a member of the anteater family, characterized by its long, curved snout and powerful, clawed limbs, which it uses to excavate ants and termites from their mounds. The illustration is taken from Edward Griffiths' seminal work, "The Animal Kingdom" by the renowned French naturalist, Baron Georges Cuvier. Published in London by Whittaker in 1824, this comprehensive natural history encyclopedia was a groundbreaking achievement in its time, featuring meticulously detailed engravings of various animal species. The Northern Tamandua is depicted in this engraving with remarkable accuracy and detail. Its fur, which is typically banded with rings of brown and cream, is rendered in rich, vibrant colors. Its long, prehensile tail, used for balance and support, is coiled gracefully around a tree branch. The animal's sharp claws and elongated snout are also clearly visible, highlighting its unique anatomical features. The Northern Tamandua is native to Central and South America, ranging from Mexico to Brazil. It is an important part of the tropical rainforest ecosystem, playing a crucial role in controlling insect populations. Despite its distinctive appearance, it is relatively uncommon in captivity and is generally found in its natural habitat, where it leads a solitary, nocturnal life.
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