Homo ergaster skull (SK-847 and SK-15) C015 / 6928
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Homo ergaster skull (SK-847 and SK-15) C015 / 6928
Homo ergaster skull. This skull consists of two fossils: SK-847 (main) and SK-15 (lower jaw). The fossils are those of an extinct species that forms an early part of the human evolutionary tree. However, the identification is not certain. Some have classified SK-847 as Homo ergaster. Others have identified it as Homo habilis, or even Paranthropus robustus. Because SK-847 was assembled from three fragments, the dating is uncertain. The fragments were discovered in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s in Swartkrans, South Africa, and date to around 1.5 million years ago. SK-15 (Homo erectus) was found at the same site
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This print showcases the Homo ergaster skull, consisting of two fossils known as SK-847 and SK-15. The enigmatic nature of these fossils adds to their allure, as experts have debated their identification throughout history. While some classify SK-847 as Homo ergaster, others argue for its classification as Homo habilis or even Paranthropus robustus. The uncertainty surrounding this ancient specimen is further compounded by the fact that SK-847 was assembled from three fragments discovered in different decades between the 1940s and 1960s in Swartkrans, South Africa. These fragments date back approximately 1.5 million years ago. Accompanying SK-847 is another significant find - the lower jaw fossil known as SK-15, belonging to Homo erectus. Both discoveries were made at the same site in South Africa, adding to our understanding of human evolution during this time period. Photographed against a striking black background with meticulous attention to detail, this studio shot allows us an up-close look at the intricate features of these ancient skulls. From the ridged cranium and eye socket to the zygomatic arch and teeth profile, every aspect has been captured with precision. As we delve into paleontology and anthropology through this image, it serves as a reminder of our shared history and sheds light on one chapter in humanity's evolutionary journey. This photograph stands not only as a testament to scientific exploration but also celebrates our curiosity about our own origins.
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