Poster Print : Protoceras, extinct genus of Artiodactyla
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Protoceras, extinct genus of Artiodactyla
Protoceras, extinct genus of Artiodactyla, endemic to North America.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) 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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Artiodactyla Creature Dinosaur Extinct Hamburg Harder Heinrich Miocene Oligocene Prehistoric Tiere Urwelt
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the fascinating world of prehistoric animals with our stunning Protoceras Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This beautiful illustration, taken from the classic work "Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World," showcases the extinct genus of Artiodactyla that was native to North America. Colour printed using the chromolithograph technique in 1916 by renowned illustrator Heinrich Harder, this print brings history to life. Revive your space with a touch of prehistory and add an educational and captivating piece to your collection.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This chromolithograph illustration, titled "Protoceras" from the book "Tiere der Urwelt" or "Animals of the Prehistoric World," published in Hamburg, Germany, in 1916, showcases an extinct genus of Artiodactyla native to North America. The Protoceras, a key transitional species between early even-toed ungulates and modern-day deer and antelope, roamed the continents during the Oligocene and Miocene epochs, approximately 30-15 million years ago. The illustration, created by the skilled German artist and book illustrator, Heinrich Harder (1858-1935), brings this ancient creature to life with remarkable detail and accuracy. Harder's masterful use of color and shading highlights the Protoceras' distinctive features, including its large, spiraled horns, elongated snout, and slender body. The Protoceras was an herbivore, feeding on the abundant vegetation that covered the North American landscape during its time. Its adaptations, such as its long, curved horns, likely served as both defensive and offensive weapons against predators. This stunning piece of historical art not only showcases the beauty and intrigue of prehistoric life but also offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to connect with the natural world that once existed millions of years ago. The Protoceras, though extinct, continues to captivate our imaginations and inspire wonder about the rich diversity of life that has graced our planet throughout history.
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