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Stegosaurus armatus is a type of armored dinosaur
Stegosaurus armatus is a type of armored dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period.. Stegosaurus armatus is a type of armored dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period with distinctive tail spikes and plates along its spine. 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. These images come from a series of prehistoric creature cards published by the Reichardt Cocoa company in 1908. Natural historian Wilhelm Bolsche wrote the descriptive text
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This chromolithograph depicts Stegosaurus armatus, an iconic armored dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period. Known for its distinctive features, this herbivorous dinosaur boasts a series of plates along its spine and a set of prominent tail spikes. The intricately detailed illustration is the work of German artist Heinrich Harder, created for Tiere der Urwelt (Animals of the Prehistoric World), published in Hamburg in 1916. Heinrich Harder, born in 1858, was a renowned landscape artist and book illustrator. His illustrations of prehistoric creatures, including Stegosaurus armatus, have captivated audiences for generations. This particular image is part of a series of prehistoric creature cards published by the German company Reichardt Cocoa in 1908. Natural historian Wilhelm Bolsche penned the descriptive text for this series, providing fascinating insights into the world of extinct dinosaurs. The Stegosaurus armatus illustration showcases the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized Harder's work. The rich colors and dynamic composition make this piece a timeless treasure in the study of prehistoric life. As we marvel at the majesty of Stegosaurus armatus, we are transported back to a time when these incredible creatures roamed the Earth. This illustration serves as a reminder of the endless wonders that the natural world continues to reveal, even as we delve deeper into the annals of history.
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