Print of a great auk egg

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This striking framed print shows a poignant image of the great auk, Pinguinus impennis, captured by Rights Managed. The photograph depicts one of Lord Lilford's six great auk eggs held in the Natural History Museum at Tring. A haunting reminder of the devastating impact of human activity on wildlife, this species was hunted to extinction in the mid-19th century. The museum's collection serves as a poignant tribute to these magnificent birds and highlights the importance of conservation efforts. This beautifully presented framed print provides an evocative glimpse into history, allowing viewers to reflect on our relationship with nature and the consequences of our actions.

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Photo Prints - Discover the majestic Photo Prints of Pinguinus impennis, great auk, an extinct bird species hunted to extinction in the 19th century. This rare image features Lord Lilford's great auk egg held at the Natural History Museum at Tring. Purchase Photo Prints for your home or office and appreciate nature's beauty.

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Metal Prints - Discover the striking beauty of Metal Prints featuring 'Pinguinus impennis, great auk' by Mary Evans, showcasing Lord Lilford's rare egg in the Natural History Museum at Tring. A testament to extinct species like the great auk hunted to extinction in the 19th century. Durable and long-lasting Metal Prints perfect for home decor or office spaces.

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Image Download - Download high-resolution image of Pinguinus impennis, the great auk, from Mary Evans with Rights Managed license for personal use. This 19th-century photograph shows Lord Lilford's great auk egg at the Natural History Museum at Tring. The great auk was hunted to extinction in the mid-19th century.

Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")

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