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Prehistory - Jurassic - reconstruction of natural environment in Europe
CHT430428 Prehistory - Jurassic - reconstruction of natural environment in Europe and some of the animals of this period, 1886 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 65 to 2.6 million years ago; illustration from Naturgesgichte des Tierreichs (Natural History of Animals) by G.H.von Schubert, published in Stuttgart); ); eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22667292
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Ammonite Pandanus Period Plesiosaurus Prehistoric Pterodactyl Araucaria Archaeopteryx Cenozoic Teleosaurus
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This print takes us back to the prehistoric era, specifically the Jurassic period, offering a vivid reconstruction of Europe's natural environment during that time. Created in 1886 by an anonymous German School artist, this color lithograph showcases an array of fascinating animals and plants that once roamed our planet millions of years ago. The image is part of G. H. von Schubert's "Natural History of Animals" published in Stuttgart, providing valuable insights into the diverse species that thrived during this ancient epoch. From land to sea, every corner of this prehistoric world comes alive through meticulous detail and vibrant colors. In this snapshot from history, we can observe various creatures coexisting harmoniously within their respective habitats. Majestic pterodactyls soar through the sky while teleosaurus gracefully glide beneath the surface of a serene lake. The lush vegetation includes araucaria trees and pandanus plants, adding depth to the landscape. Marine life also flourishes with ammonites and icthyosaurs swimming alongside each other amidst coral reefs adorned with pentacrinus and cidarites coronatus. Gryphaea arcuata shells dotting the shoreline serve as reminders of past marine inhabitants. This extraordinary piece offers not only a glimpse into Earth's distant past but also serves as a testament to human curiosity about our origins. As we marvel at these long-extinct beings captured on paper over a century ago, let us appreciate how far our understanding has come since then while acknowledging there is
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