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Odontoceti (suborder), toothed whale
Sailors throwing barrels from a ship to conciliate two whales. Page 217 from Curious Creatures in Zoology (1890) by John Ashton
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This illustration, found on page 217 of 'Curious Creatures in Zoology' (1890) by John Ashton, depicts a remarkable scene of sailors attempting to conciliate two giant Odontoceti, or toothed whales, by throwing barrels from a ship. The image is a testament to the fascination and intrigue that these magnificent creatures held for explorers of the past. The Odontoceti, a suborder of the Cetacea, or whales, are characterized by their teeth instead of baleen plates. The two whales in this illustration appear to be engaged in a display of aggression, their massive bodies towering above the small boat and its crew. The sailors, in an effort to keep a safe distance, hurl barrels towards them in an attempt to keep the animals at bay. John Ashton, the illustrator, masterfully captures the anatomy and details of these creatures, from their powerful tails and flukes to their distinctive blowholes and fangs. The illustration also highlights the hybrid nature of the whales, with one appearing to have a more streamlined body and the other displaying a more robust, humpbacked form. Despite their fearsome appearance, these creatures were also objects of curiosity and wonder for early explorers. The image serves as a reminder of the dangerous and fantastical world that lay beyond the known boundaries of exploration, a world filled with creatures both curious and fierce. The engraving, with its intricate details and rich shading, brings the scene to life and transports us back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. The illustration is a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the role that art and science play in documenting and understanding it.
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