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Coloured Engraving of a dodo
Engraving of a dodo, an extinct, flightless bird, related to the pigeon. The size of a swan, it was heavily-built and clumsy. Two species were known with certainty: the common dodo Raphus cucullatus from Mauritius, which became extinct between 1665 and 1670, and the Rodriguez solitaire Pezophaps solitaria from the neighbouring island of Rodriguez, which died out around 1761. The dodos numbers quickly dwindled following the arrival of humans to these isolated habitats. All but defenceless, they were ill-equipped to cope with the new hunters & the competition from other introduced species. Copper engraving from Historia Naturalis Brasiliae, W. Piso & G. Marcgrave, 1658
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the fascination of the past with our captivating Coloured Engraving of a Dodo jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an enchanting illustration of the extinct, flightless bird, which was about the size of a swan and characterized by its heavy build and clumsy appearance. Bring history to life in your own home as you piece together this captivating puzzle, transporting you back in time to an era when the dodo roamed the earth. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and create a beautiful display piece that is sure to be a conversation starter. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of puzzle-making with Media Storehouse's high-quality Coloured Engraving of a Dodo puzzle.
500 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 40x51cm 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 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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 print showcases a coloured engraving of the dodo, an extinct and flightless bird that once roamed the earth. The image portrays the dodo's unique features and characteristics, revealing its heavy-built body and clumsy nature. Comparable in size to a swan, this magnificent creature was closely related to pigeons. The engraving highlights two species of dodos that were known with certainty during their existence. The first is the common dodo (Raphus cucullatus) from Mauritius, which tragically became extinct between 1665 and 1670. The second is the Rodriguez solitaire (Pezophaps solitaria), found on the neighboring island of Rodriguez, which met its demise around 1761. Sadly, human arrival in these isolated habitats marked a turning point for these defenseless birds. Unable to fend off new hunters or compete against other introduced species for resources, their numbers rapidly declined. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of how vulnerable certain species can be when faced with environmental changes caused by human activity. Captured from "Historia Naturalis Brasiliae" by W. Piso & G. Marcgrave in 1658, this copper engraving not only preserves the memory of these fascinating creatures but also provides invaluable insights into our natural world's history and evolution.
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