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Geological Gallery Natural History Museum 1892
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Geological Gallery Natural History Museum 1892
Photograph of the Geological Gallery, with American mastodon in the foreground. July 1892. Archive ref: PH/173/243 Date: 1892
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1892 Archive Epitheria Eutheria Gallery Mammalia Mammutidae Mastodon Natural History Museum Photograph Placental Mammal Proboscidea Proboscidean The Natural History Museum The Waterhouse Building Theria Waterhouse Building
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This photograph, taken in July 1892, showcases the Geological Gallery of the Natural History Museum in London during the Victorian era. The gallery, housed in the iconic Waterhouse Building, was a marvel of architectural design and a testament to the scientific advancements of the 19th century. At the forefront of the gallery, an American mastodon, a prehistoric mammal belonging to the order Proboscidea and the family Mammutidae, takes center stage. Known scientifically as Mammut americanum, this extinct mammal is an epitherian, a placental mammal, and a member of the subclass Theria. The mastodon, with its massive size and distinctive tusks, was a common sight in Ice Age fossil deposits across the Americas. The Natural History Museum's Geological Gallery, with its impressive collection of fossils and geological specimens, was a popular destination for scientists, scholars, and the general public alike. The gallery's interior, filled with intricate displays and meticulously curated exhibits, offered visitors a glimpse into the natural world's deep past. This photograph, with its rich historical context and scientific significance, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the wonders of the natural world were just beginning to be unlocked. The American mastodon, a symbol of the museum's commitment to preserving and showcasing the natural world's most fascinating specimens, stands as a reminder of the important role that museums play in fostering curiosity, knowledge, and appreciation for the natural world.
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