Mounted 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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Media ID 6318115
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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
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Discover the fascinating world of prehistory with our stunning mounted photo of Gideon Mantell, the pioneering palaeontologist. Captured by renowned photographer Paul D. Stewart from Science Photo Library, this photograph brings to life the story of Mantell, a local doctor turned fossil hunter who made history with his 1822 discovery of the first Iguanodon fossils near Lewes. Add this captivating piece to your home or office décor and be inspired by the curiosity and determination of one of the greatest minds in the field of palaeontology.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 13.5cm x 20.3cm (5.3" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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