Metal Print : Gideon Mantell, palaeontologist
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Gideon Mantell, palaeontologist
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils (the second dinosaur discovered after Bucklands Megalosaurus). He went on to discover the third Dinosaur, Hylaeosaurus. His work formed a largely unacknowledged underpinning of Richard Owens recognition and naming of the Dinosaur tribe in 1841/2. A somewhat tragic figure, his palaeontology led to fame but a loss of fortune. His family left him and he was often near bankruptcy. In 1841 he suffered a debilitating accident. He is reported to have become a bitter rival of Sir Richard Owen. After Mantells death a section of his scoliotic spine was removed and stored at the RCS. Engraved from a painting by Samuel Stepney (1837), later hand colouring. Published in G. Mantells Thoughts on a Pebble 1849
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Amateur Buckland Crystal Palace Dinosaur Dinosauria Fossil Geologist Gideon Mantell Iguanodon Lyell Mantell Megalosaurus Palaeontological Paleontologist Richard Owen Scientist Scoliosis Hylaeosaurus Palaeontology
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the captivating world of palaeontology into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of Gideon Mantell by Paul D. Stewart from Science Photo Library. This stunning portrait of the renowned local doctor and fossil hunter, who made history with the 1822 discovery of the first Iguanodon fossils near Lewes, is now available in a high-quality metal print. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail of the print are brought to life on a sturdy metal surface, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your decor. Elevate your space with this inspiring tribute to the father of Iguanodon and the wonders of prehistoric life.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the esteemed Gideon Mantell, a remarkable figure in the field of paleontology. Born on February 3,1790, Mantell was initially a local doctor with an insatiable curiosity for fossils. It was near his home in Lewes that he made his groundbreaking discovery in 1822 - the first Iguanodon fossils ever found, making it only the second dinosaur known to science after Buckland's Megalosaurus. Mantell's contributions did not stop there; he went on to uncover yet another significant dinosaur species - Hylaeosaurus. Despite his immense achievements, Mantell faced numerous hardships throughout his life. His passion for paleontology brought him fame but also led to financial ruin and estrangement from his family. In addition to these challenges, tragedy struck in 1841 when Mantell suffered a debilitating accident that further impacted his already fragile state. Over time, he developed a bitter rivalry with Sir Richard Owen despite being instrumental in laying the groundwork for Owen's recognition and naming of the Dinosaur tribe. After Gideon Mantell passed away on November 10,1852, a section of his scoliotic spine was carefully preserved at the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons). This particular image is an engraving based on Samuel Stepney's painting from 1837 and has been hand-colored later on. It was published as part of G. Mantells Thoughts on a Pebble in 1849. Paul D. Stewart captures this historical moment through this thought-provoking print which pays tribute to one of paleontology's unsung heroes – Gideon Mantell.
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