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Trilobites, fossil group of extinct marine
Trilobites, fossil group of extinct marine arthropods that form the class Trilobita.. They existed from the early Cambrian to the Permian era. Colour printed illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1916, Hamburg. Heinrich Harder (1858-1935) was a German landscape artist and book illustrator
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Arthropod Cambrian Creature Dinosaur Extinct Fossil Hamburg Harder Heinrich Permian Prehistoric Tiere Trilobita Urwelt Trilobites
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This chromolithograph depicts a diverse assemblage of trilobites, an extinct group of marine arthropods that once thrived in the ancient oceans during the Cambrian to Permian eras. The intricately detailed illustration is the work of renowned German artist and book illustrator, Heinrich Harder. Created in 1916 for his publication "Tiere der Urwelt" or "Animals of the Prehistoric World," published in Hamburg, this illustration showcases the remarkable diversity and beauty of these ancient creatures. Trilobites are characterized by their segmented bodies, multiple eyes, and jointed legs. They are considered the earliest known complex multicellular organisms with a well-developed central nervous system. The illustration features various trilobite species, each with unique morphologies and intriguing adaptations. Some trilobites are shown with elongated bodies and multiple eyes arranged in distinct patterns, while others display more compact forms and fewer eyes. The vibrant colors and meticulous shading in this chromolithograph bring the trilobites to life, offering a glimpse into the rich biosphere of the prehistoric world. Heinrich Harder's exceptional artistic skills and attention to detail have resulted in an enduring and captivating visual record of these fascinating extinct creatures. This illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of life that once existed and continues to inspire curiosity and wonder in scientists, artists, and the general public alike.
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