Mudstone Collection

A long exposure of the Moeraki Boulders on the South Island along a stretch of Koekohe Beach

Mudstone Beach, Brixham, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

USA, New Mexico. Bisti / De-Na-Zin Wilderness. Soft, layered
USA, New Mexico. Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness. Soft, layered, sedimentary hoodoos with harder cap rocks in evening

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n19
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n18
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n17
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012 Two silhouetted figures walking along the beach, late afternoon. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n16
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n14
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n9
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand n8
South Island, New Zealand - 24 May 2012. The Moeraki Boulders, South Island of New Zealand.These unusual spherical rock formations, caused by wave erosion of mudstone

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The Moeraki Boulders of New Zealand

Natural bridge at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, California, USA
Natural bridge at Natural Bridges State Beach in California, USA; Santa Cruz, Calfornia, United States of America

Moeraki Boulders, South Island, New Zealand
Moeraki Boulders on Koekohe Beach, Otago Coast; South Island, New Zealand

Benbulben Mountain, Ireland
Benbulben Mountain, a large rock formation; Grange, County Sligo, Ireland

USA, Arizona-Utah border, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, Drying mud pattern in Buckskin Gulch

The Hunters Palette. Egypt
The Hunters Palette. Slate. Depicts hunting scene. About 3100 BC. Late Predynastic Period. From Tell el-Amarna, Egypt. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Picture No. 11806854
Jasper, Noreena jasper silicified pelite, (mudstone) late Archean age, Hamersly basin, Western Australia Jasper, Noreena jasper, silicified pelite, (mudstone) late Archean age, Hamersly basin

Moeraki Boulder, Koekohe Beach, New Zealand
November 13, 2007 - Moeraki Boulders, spherical septarian concretions created by cementation of Paleocene mudstone of the Moeraki formation, Koekohe Beach, New Zealand

Moeraki Boulders, Koekohe Beach, New Zealand
November 13, 2007 - Moeraki Boulders, spherical septarian concretions created by cementation of Paleocene mudstone of the Moeraki formation, Koekohe Beach, New Zealand

Picture No. 10860558
GEOLOGY: K-T boundary Date:

Vertically orientated bedding of sandstone and mudstone (Silurian age Wenlock series) exposed in castle earthwork, Castell Tinboeth, near Llanbadarn Fynydd, Powys, Wales, April

Mudstone

Calcareous mudstone

Plants - Mastocopa: Mudstone cast; honeycombed pattern

Ginkgo: Compression fossil in mudstone

Mudstone and shale cliff, Dorset C017 / 8237
Mudstone and shale cliff, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, UK. This view shows the rock strata and alternating layers of bitumous shale (grey) and calcareous mudstone (brown)

School trip, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset C017 / 8236
School trip. School children and teachers on a trip to Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset. This area is part of the Jurassic Coast Heritage Site. It is rich in oil and fossils

red layering in mudstone

The dramatic heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks of Hartland Quay - north Devon - UK
ROG-14311 The dramatic heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks Hartland Quay - north Devon - UK Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

GEOLOGY: K-T boundary Sussex site, north of Casper, Wyoming Collecting a sample of rock at the K-T boundary for museum
FG-ea-742 GEOLOGY: K-T boundary - Sussex site, north of Casper, Wyoming Collecting a sample of rock at the K-T boundary for museum display

GEOLOGY: K-T boundary K-T boundary Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA. The ruler
FG-ea-736 GEOLOGY: K-T boundary - K-T boundary Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA. The ruler and brush rest on the top of the K-T boundary layer

GEOLOGY: K-T boundary Close-up of the K-T boundary claystone layer at the Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA
FG-ea-732 GEOLOGY: K-T boundary - Close-up of the K-T boundary claystone layer at the Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA At bottom of the image is the mudstone of the Lance Formation (Cretaceous)

GEOLOGY: K-T boundary The K-T boundary claystone layer at the Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA
FG-ea-731 GEOLOGY: K-T boundary - The K-T boundary claystone layer at the Sussex locality, Wyoming, USA At bottom of the image is the mudstone of the Lance Formation (Cretaceous)

View of coastline with heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks with surf, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Eroded red mudstone, Imlil valley, The High Atlas (Haut Atlas) mountains, Morocco
ROG-13564 Eroded red mudstone Imlil valley, The High Atlas (Haut Atlas) mountains, Morocco. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Mudstone, a captivating rock formation found in various corners of the world, never fails to leave spectators in awe. One such mesmerizing sight can be witnessed at Hartland Quay in north Devon, UK. Here, the dramatic heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks create a breathtaking landscape that seems straight out of a painting. Another enchanting location where mudstone takes center stage is Mudstone Beach in Brixham, Devon. The soft layers of this sedimentary rock form an exquisite shoreline that beckons visitors to explore its hidden treasures. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies New Mexico's Bisti / De-Na-Zin Wilderness, where mudstone showcases its delicate nature through beautifully layered formations. These intricate patterns tell tales of ancient times and geological wonders waiting to be discovered. Traveling further south brings us to New Zealand's Moeraki Boulders – natural marvels crafted by centuries of erosion on mudstone cliffs. These spherical boulders scattered along the beach create an otherworldly atmosphere that captivates all who lay eyes upon them. In Egypt, even ancient artifacts bear witness to the significance of mudstone. The Hunters Palette depicts scenes from hunting expeditions intricately carved onto this enduring material, showcasing both artistry and durability throughout history. Closer to home lies Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, California – home to a stunning natural bridge formed from resilient mudstones over countless years. This remarkable formation stands as a testament to nature's ability to shape and mold even the toughest materials into something truly extraordinary. Venturing back across oceans once more leads us back to New Zealand's South Island and Benbulben Mountain in Ireland – both adorned with magnificent displays formations that stand tall against time itself. Whether it be at Hartland Quay or Mudstone Beach; amidst the wildernesses of New Mexico or on Egyptian artifacts.