Metal Print : Homo erectus lower jaw C013 / 6551
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Homo erectus lower jaw C013 / 6551
Cast of a Homo erectus mandible (lower jaw). The fossil this cast was taken from is known as SK 15 Member 2, and was found at Swartkrans, South Africa. Homo erectus is the most widespread and longest-surviving of all the fossil hominids. Its geographical spread included north and east Africa, Europe, Indonesia and China, where it lived between 1 and 2 million years ago
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Media ID 9197871
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Ancestor Anthropological Anthropology Cast Early Human Early Man Extinct Fossil Human Fossil Man Fossilised Fossilized Hominid Mandible Palaeontological Paleontological Prehistoric Prehistory Preserved South Africa Specimen Teeth Palaeontology
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Discover the ancient world with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Homo erectus lower jaw C013 / 6551 from the Natural History Museum, London. This captivating print showcases a high-quality cast of a Homo erectus mandible, a significant fossil discovered at Swartkrans, South Africa. Bring the mysteries of human evolution into your home or office with this stunning, durable metal print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Elevate your space with a touch of history and add this fascinating piece to your collection.
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 a cast of the Homo erectus lower jaw, specifically known as C013 / 6551. Derived from the fossil named SK 15 Member 2, discovered in Swartkrans, South Africa, this remarkable specimen sheds light on our ancient ancestors. Homo erectus holds immense significance in the field of anthropology and paleontology due to its extensive geographical distribution and long survival period among all fossil hominids. This species inhabited regions spanning north and east Africa, Europe, Indonesia, and China approximately one to two million years ago. The preserved mandible offers a glimpse into the physical characteristics of early humans during prehistoric times. Its fossilized state provides invaluable insights for anthropological research and allows us to better understand our evolutionary journey. Displayed by the Natural History Museum in London through Science Photo Library's stunning print collection, this image serves as a testament to humanity's curiosity about our origins. It symbolizes our relentless pursuit of knowledge regarding extinct species like Homo erectus while highlighting the importance of preserving such fossils for future generations. With every detail meticulously captured in this photograph – from teeth structure to bone preservation – viewers are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary piece of history firsthand.
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