Simiiformes Collection (#5)

Affenbande am Flusse
A troup of monkeys on the riverside, page 199 from Loango Expedition 1873-1876 published in 1879, by P Gussfeldt et al

Detail of terracotta moulding of monkeys in the Waterhouse B
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Simia melanocephala
Plate 29 from Recueil d Observations de Zoologie et d Anatomie Comparee, Vol. 1, by Alexander von Humboldt & Aime Bonpland, published 1811

Pongo pygmaeus, bornean orangutan
A specimen of Pongo pygmaeus, bornean orangutan

Monkey
Plate 72 of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, 1774-1856

Homo sapiens skeleton (Omo 1)
The skeleton of Homo sapiens discovered by Richard Leakeys team in 1967 at Kibish, north west of Camp Kenya, East of the Omo River, Eithiopia. Dated 130, 000 years old

Monkeys pillar design
Drawing 4 Vol 1 by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of pillars at the Natural History Museum, London, 1875. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s

Beauty of the Quadrumana
Figures 73 to 76 showing Head of Semnopithecus comatus, head of Cebus capucinus, head of Ateles marginatus and head of Cebus vellerosus. From Darwin, C

A Homo habilis hammerstone
A hammerstone tool discovered at the Olduvia Gorge, Tanzania dating back to between 1.85 million years ago to 1.6 million years ago

Australopithecus africanus, the Taung child
A cast of a skull of Australopithecus africanus from Taung, Cape Province, South Africa. The original skull, thought to be of a child aged between 3-4 was discovered in 1924 by Raymond Dart

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Simiiformes, also known as the primate order, encompasses a diverse range of fascinating creatures. One notable member was Guy, a magnificent western lowland gorilla who graced this world from 1946 to 1978. His strength and gentle nature left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to encounter him. In Southeast Asia, specifically Laos, another captivating simian species can be found - the bonnet macaque (Macaca radiata). A baby monkey in captivity there captures hearts with its innocent charm and playful antics. These intelligent creatures remind us of the intricate social structures that exist within their communities. Moving on to Wallaces Orang Utan, we are introduced to a pig-tailed macaque holding her precious baby while perched gracefully on a tiled ledge in her enclosure. The bond between mother and child is evident as they share tender moments together. It serves as a reminder of the importance of family connections across all species. Speaking of happy families, vervet monkeys in Tanzania's Kleins Camp demonstrate their strong familial ties through close-up portraits that reveal their curious gazes towards the camera lens. Their expressive eyes seem to hold secrets about their lives in Serengeti's vast landscapes. The orang-utan species Pongo pygmaeus showcases its unique characteristics once again through Wallaces Orang Utan photographs. These majestic beings captivate our attention with their striking features and undeniable intelligence. Not far behind are mandrills (Mandrillus sphinx), whose vibrant colors make them stand out among other primates. Their distinctive facial markings add an air of mystery and intrigue to these remarkable animals. Finally, we find ourselves amidst Indonesia's Ubud Monkey Forest where crab-eating macaques (Macaca fascicularis) roam freely with their young ones by their side. This natural habitat allows for joyful interactions between mothers and babies as they navigate through lush surroundings.