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Original art, Crystal Palace extinct animals
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Original art, Crystal Palace extinct animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins
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Archosaur Archosauria Archosauriformes Archosauromorpha Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins Crystal Palace Diapsid Diapsida Dinosaur Dinosauria Dinosauromorpha Extinct Ichthyosaur Ichthyosauria Plesiosaur Plesiosauria Reptile Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Sauropterygia Sauropterygian Waterhouse Hawkins
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1. Title: "A Glimpse into the Past: Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins' Crystal Palace Extinct Animals" This print showcases an original artwork by the renowned English sculptor, Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins. The piece, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins, is a fascinating illustration of extinct animals that once roamed the Earth. The artwork was created for the Crystal Palace in Sydenham, London, in the mid-19th century, making it a significant historical artifact. The illustration features a diverse array of prehistoric creatures belonging to various classes of Archosauromorpha, Archosauriformes, Archosauria, and Reptilia. Among these extinct beings are Diapsida and Sauropsida, which are characterized by the presence of a double skull opening, and Sauropterygia, a group of reptiles with a sauroterygian body plan. Some of the depicted animals are Archosauria, a group that includes archosaurs, such as dinosaurs and their close relatives. These extinct creatures include the Diplodocus, a long-necked, herbivorous dinosaur, and the Allosaurus, a carnivorous theropod dinosaur. Additionally, the illustration showcases marine reptiles like the Ichthyosaur and Plesiosaur, belonging to the Ichthyosauria and Plesiosauria orders, respectively. These ancient beings are characterized by their fish-like bodies and limbs adapted for swimming. Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins' masterful sketch not only serves as a testament to his artistic prowess but also provides valuable insights into the scientific understanding of prehistoric life during the Victorian era. This artwork continues to inspire and educate generations about the rich history of Earth's biosphere.
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