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Australopithecus boisei
Australopithecus boisei. Artists impression of the skull and head of an Australopithecus boisei, a hominid that lived in Africa between about 2.3 to 1.3 million years ago. It had massive teeth, which are thought to have been an adaptation to a diet of tough plant foods. It is thought that its specialisation to such a diet led to its extinction after its environment changed. A. boisei was first discovered by Mary Leakey in the Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania, in 1959, and was named Zinjanthropus boisei. It is a robust australopithecine, and was heavier-built than the gracile australopithecines such as A. afarensis from which humans are thought to have evolved. This specimen is 1.8 million years old
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Ancestor Anthropological Anthropology Bones Early Human Early Man Evolutionary Biology Face Fossil Man Fossilised Hominid Hominids Human Evolution Palaeoanthropology Paleoanthropology Pilocene Pleistocene Pre Historic Pre History Primate Relative Australopithecus Boisei Palaeontology Robust Australopithecine
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of our ancient past with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite print features an artist's impression of the skull and head of Australopithecus boisei, a hominid that once roamed the African continent between approximately 2.3 and 1.3 million years ago. The Australopithecus boisei, also known as "Nutcracker Man," is a significant link in the evolutionary chain leading to modern humans. This fine art print, sourced from the Science Photo Library, is not only a stunning addition to any home or office, but also a testament to the rich history of our planet. Embrace the beauty and intrigue of our ancestors with this remarkable piece.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This print showcases an artist's impression of the skull and head of Australopithecus boisei, a remarkable hominid that once roamed Africa between 2.3 to 1.3 million years ago. With its massive teeth, this ancient creature is believed to have adapted to a diet consisting mainly of tough plant foods. However, it is thought that this specialization ultimately led to their extinction when their environment underwent significant changes. Discovered by the renowned Mary Leakey in Tanzania's Olduvai Gorge back in 1959, A. boisei was initially named Zinjanthropus boisei. As a robust australopithecine, it possessed a more substantial build compared to its gracile counterparts like A. afarensis, which scientists believe may have played a role in human evolution. The fossilized specimen captured in this image dates back approximately 1.8 million years, offering us invaluable insights into our ancestral past and shedding light on our biological roots as primates. With elements encompassing anthropology, paleontology, evolutionary biology, and early human history all intertwined within this single photograph print from Science Photo Library – not for commercial use – we are reminded of the incredible journey humanity has undertaken throughout time. It serves as a testament to our relentless pursuit of knowledge about ourselves and the world around us while honoring those who dedicated their lives to unearthing these precious relics from prehistory.
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