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Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5102

Taung Child skull (Taung 1). Side view of a cast of a fossil skull of an Australopithecus africanus child from Taung, South Africa. A. africanus is one of several extinct species forming an early part of the human evolutionary tree. Dating from 2.5 million years ago, this fossil was discovered in 1924 by Raymond Dart. It is thought the child was 3 years old at the time of death, and was killed by an eagle

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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 21.3cm (9.6" x 8.4")

Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Taung Child skull, also known as Taung 1, from South Africa. The side view of this cast reveals the fossilized remains of an Australopithecus africanus child, a species that played a significant role in our early human evolutionary tree. Dating back 2.5 million years ago, this remarkable discovery was made by Raymond Dart in 1924. Believed to be around three years old at the time of death, it is speculated that this young child fell victim to an eagle attack. The white background and studio shot highlight the intricate details of this historical specimen housed in the Natural History Museum in London. The Taung Child skull offers invaluable insights into our ancestral past and sheds light on human evolution during the Pleistocene era. Its lateral profile provides scientists with crucial information about cranial structure and development among hominids. As we gaze upon this single bone fossil cut out against a contrasting backdrop, we are reminded of our shared history with these ancient beings who once roamed Africa's landscapes. This photograph serves as a testament to the fascinating field of paleoanthropology and its continuous efforts to unravel humanity's origins.

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