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Photographic Print : Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis
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Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis
Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri, Testudo Indica Vosmaer.. Recently extinct species of tortoise. Last recorded in 1800 in Mauritius. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F. John from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1910, Hamburg
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Media ID 14211888
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1800 Backed Creature Dinosaur Extinct Giant Hamburg Indica Mauritius Prehistoric Rodrigues Saddle Testudo Tiere Tortoise Urwelt
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the enchanting image of the Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri. This rare and captivating creature, also known as the Testudo Indica Vosmaer, was a unique subspecies of giant tortoise, last recorded in Mauritius in the year 1800. With its distinctive saddle-like back and impressive size, this tortoise is a true marvel of nature. Our high-quality prints are sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and are available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring that you are investing in an authentic and exclusive piece of art for your home or office. Bring the beauty and history of this recently extinct species into your space with a Media Storehouse Photographic Print.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 31.4cm x 21.2cm (12.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This chromolithograph illustration depicts the enigmatic and sadly extinct Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri. This remarkable creature was once indigenous to the Mascarene Island of Mauritius, located in the Indian Ocean. The Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise, also known as Testudo Indica Vosmaer, was named for its distinctive saddle-like carapace, which is thought to have provided additional protection against predators. The last recorded sighting of this tortoise was in the early 19th century, around 1800, making it a fascinating and tragic example of a prehistoric creature that was lost to the world far too soon. The intricate details of this tortoise's appearance, as captured in this illustration by F. John for the publication "Tiere der Urwelt" (Animals of the Prehistoric World) in 1910, serve as a poignant reminder of the rich biodiversity that once existed on our planet. The Saddle-backed Rodrigues Giant Tortoise is not to be confused with the company named Testudo Indica Vosmaer, which is unrelated to this extinct species. This illustration, produced in Hamburg, Germany, is a beautiful and historically significant record of a creature that has long since vanished from the natural world. Its loss is a reminder of the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity and the role that illustrations and historical records play in documenting the natural world for future generations.
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