Fine Art Print : Dominican amber
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Dominican amber
Dominican amber containing a cockroach and two termites dating from the Lower Miocene about 20 million years old. Donated by Cobra and Bellamy
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Amber Arthropod Arthropoda Blattaria Blattodea Cockroach Dominican Dominican Amber Fossil Fossilised Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Resin Roach Termite Invertebrata
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of nature's ancient treasures with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning image of Dominican amber from Mary Evans Prints Online. This remarkable piece showcases a perfectly preserved cockroach and two termites encased in amber, offering a unique glimpse into the past. Dating back approximately 20 million years to the Lower Miocene era, this rare find provides a fascinating window into the world's biosphere of that time. Add this mesmerizing work of art to your collection and bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 51.5cm (16.5" x 20.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Dominican Amber: A Window into the Past - A captivating snapshot of the natural world 20 million years ago, this stunning piece of Dominican amber showcases the intricate details of two termites and a cockroach, perfectly preserved in the golden hues of the resin. Discovered in the Caribbean, this fossilized treasure dates back to the Lower Miocene era, providing a unique glimpse into the lives of ancient arthropods. The termites, members of the order Isoptera, are seen in an almost lifelike pose, frozen in time with their mandibles clenched and antennae extended. Their intricate exoskeletons, covered in tiny hairs, are a testament to the intricacies of the insect world. The larger cockroach, a member of the Blattodea order, is also remarkably well-preserved, with its six legs stretched out and its antennae curled up. This fossilized trio is a reminder of the rich biodiversity that existed millions of years ago and the role that amber plays in preserving the history of life on Earth. The Dominican amber, with its unique properties, has yielded numerous discoveries of well-preserved insects, providing valuable insights into the evolution of the animal kingdom. This remarkable find, donated by Cobra and Bellamy, is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the intricate connections that bind all living beings and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations to explore and learn from.
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