1857 Gosse pterodactyle Bat-Lizards
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1857 Gosse pterodactyle Bat-Lizards
1857 Illustration by Philip Gosse for his book " Omphalos" (which sought to explain that the world looked older than Creation because it had to be constructed by God with inbuilt history so that it would continue to work seamlessly). One of the mistakes he made in the book, was following E. Newmans earlier suggestion (1843) in " The Zoologist" that the pterodactyle was actually a form of marsupial bat with lizard like features. Omphalos was not a good book for Gosses reputation, finding critics on both sides of the science-religion debate. The name " Omphalos" means navel - referring to the fact that Adam was created with a navel even though he had never been attached to a placenta
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an intriguing illustration by Philip Gosse for his book "Omphalos" published in 1857. The artwork depicts the fascinating concept that the world appeared older than its actual creation because it was intricately constructed by God with pre-existing history. However, this controversial theory faced criticism from both sides of the science-religion debate, tarnishing Gosse's reputation. In this particular illustration, Gosse made a mistake influenced by E. Newman's earlier suggestion in "The Zoologist" (1843) that the pterodactyle was a type of marsupial bat with lizard-like features. This erroneous depiction of a pterodactyl as a hybrid creature is visually striking and captures the Victorian era's fascination with paleontology and evolutionary theories. Interestingly, "Omphalos" meaning navel, derives its name from the fact that Adam was believed to have been created with a navel despite never being attached to a placenta. This symbolic reference adds another layer of complexity to Gosse's attempt to reconcile scientific discoveries with religious beliefs. Paul D. Stewart skillfully presents this historical artwork through his meticulous reconstruction and monochrome technique. The resulting print offers viewers an opportunity to delve into Victorian-era illustrations while contemplating the intersection between science, religion, and human curiosity about our planet's origins.
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