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Homo heidelbergensis teeth C015 / 6546
Homo heidelbergensis teeth. These tooth show marks (grooves near the gum line) left by the use of tooth picks. This fossil specimen is from the Sima de los Huesos site, Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, containing the earliest human remains found in Europe. Homo heidelbergensis (Heidelberg Man) is a extinct hominin species from the same genus as modern humans. Like other early humans, they had complex social structures and lived in family groups. They lived around 600, 000 to 400, 000 years ago
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing history of Homo heidelbergensis with our Fine Art Print of the iconic C015/6546 teeth, expertly captured by Javier Trueba through the Science Photo Library. This captivating print showcases the distinct grooves near the gum line, providing evidence of early toothpick use by our ancient ancestors. Bring the mysteries of human evolution into your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This print showcases the teeth of Homo heidelbergensis, an extinct hominin species that lived around 600,000 to 400,000 years ago. The fossil specimen, labeled as C015/6546, was discovered at the Sima de los Huesos site in Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site holds immense significance as it contains the earliest human remains found in Europe. The image focuses on the intricate details of these ancient teeth and highlights distinctive grooves near the gum line. These marks are believed to have been left by toothpicks used by Homo heidelbergensis for dental hygiene purposes. It is a fascinating glimpse into their daily lives and habits. Homo heidelbergensis belonged to the same genus as modern humans and exhibited complex social structures while living in family groups. This photograph provides a rare insight into their existence during the Stone Age or Paleolithic era. Photographed against a black background with meticulous studio lighting, this still life composition beautifully captures every aspect of these historical specimens. Its inclusion in Science Photo Library's collection emphasizes its importance within paleontology and paleoanthropology fields. Overall, this image serves as a powerful reminder of our evolutionary past and offers valuable insights into human evolution and prehistory.
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