Two Archeopteryx foraging on the shore
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Two Archeopteryx foraging on the shore
Two Archeopteryx foraging on the shore.. Colour printed 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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Archeopteryx Creature Dinosaur Earliest Extinct Hamburg Harder Heinrich Jurassic Prehistoric Primitive Tiere Urwelt
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Two Archeopteryx Foraging on the Shore: A Glimpse into the Prehistoric World This chromolithograph illustration, titled "Two Archeopteryx Foraging on the Shore," is a stunning work of art by the renowned German landscape artist and book illustrator, Heinrich Harder. Created in 1916, this piece is a masterful representation of one of the most intriguing creatures in the annals of natural history - the Archeopteryx. The Archeopteryx, meaning "ancient wing," is considered the earliest known bird and a transitional fossil between dinosaurs and birds. This illustration depicts two of these primitive avians foraging on the Jurassic shoreline, their feathered bodies blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Their elongated tails, tooth-lined beaks, and clawed feet are all evident in this detailed and evocative image. Heinrich Harder's illustration is an exquisite example of the scientific illustration style of the early 20th century. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and lifelike portrayal of the Archeopteryx offer an intriguing glimpse into the prehistoric world, allowing us to connect with these extinct creatures and appreciate their place in the evolutionary history of life on Earth. This illustration, originally published in Tiere der Urwelt (Animals of the Prehistoric World), is a testament to Harder's artistic skills and the enduring fascination with the natural world. The chromolithograph process, which involved the transfer of multiple colors from separate stones, ensures a rich and vibrant representation of the scene, further enhancing its allure and historical significance.
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