Theria Collection (#3)

Megaloceros gigantius, giant deer
Also known as the Irish Elk. Model of a male based on specimens found in Ireland from the late Pleistocene

Lagenorhynchus obscurus, dusky dolphin
Delphinus fitzRoyi. Plate from The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, Vol. 1 Part 2 Mammalia, 1838-1839, by Charles Darwin

Homo heidelbergensis, Boxgrove Man
An artists impression of Boxgrove Man (Homo heidelbergensis) based on fossil evidence discovered at a quarry in Boxgrove, Chichester, W. Sussex

The Soosoo of the Ganges, a river dolphin
Line drawing, plate 28 from the Naturalists Library volume XXV11 by Robert Hamilton, 1836

Mammoth thigh bone
Fossilised thigh bone of a woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) from Siberia. About 40, 000 years old

Upnor elephant, 1926, the Natural History Museum, London
In 1911 a party of Royal Engineers cut a practice trench on Tower Hill, Upnor, Kent and disturbed several large bones

Elephant skulls
Including Elasmotherium sibircum (giant rhinoceros). Illustration from Recherches sur les ossements fossiles de quadrupcdes, by Georges Cuvier, first published in 1812

Designs for the Natural History Museum, by Alfred Waterhouse
This album of 66 original drawings includes 10 illustrations made with terracotta wash indicating how Waterhouse intended the finished pieces to appear

Glyptodon claipes specimen on display in the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London. It was the most armoured of all the ice age mammals

Early whale skull of Pakicetus inachus
52 million year old specimen of Pakicetus inachus, an early whale from the Eocene period, Chorlakki, Pakistan

Sketch by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Ficus benghalensis and squirrel
Bodycolour and watercolour on board, c. 1779. Unknown artist commissined by Mrs Wheler (fl.1780s). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1779

Chimarrogale varennei, lateral view

Chimarrogale varennei, mandible

Chimarrogale varennei, dorsal view

Chimarrogale varennei, dorsal, ventral

Prosqualodon davidi, skull cast
Cast of the cranium of Prosqualodon davidi from the early Miocene of Tasmania, Australia (original skull no longer exists)

Dwarf elephant tooth
Tooth and jawbone of the dwarf elephant Palaeoloxodon cypriotes, between 10, 000 and 800, 000 years old. This fossil tooth

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"Theria: A Captivating Journey Through the Animal Kingdom" Step into the world of "theria, " an enchanting realm where extraordinary creatures and their fascinating stories come to life. From the Zebra-drawn trap of Lord Walter Rothschild, showcasing his eccentric love for wildlife, to Ballyregan Bob, the legendary greyhound who captured hearts with his lightning speed. Marvel at the sheer size and strength of Megatherium, the giant ground sloth that once roamed our planet. Feel a shiver down your spine as you encounter Smilodon fatalis, the fearsome sabre-toothed cat with its razor-sharp fangs ready to strike. Gaze in awe at Physeter macrocephalus, a Sperm whale tooth that serves as a testament to nature's incredible craftsmanship. Witness Stuart Stammwitz meticulously working on a blue whale model in 1938 at The Natu - a true labor of love dedicated to these majestic marine giants. Immerse yourself in history as you explore intricate drawings depicting mammoth skeletons from ages past. Admire Petaurus breviceps ariel, better known as sugar gliders, gracefully soaring through treetops with their unique gliding abilities. Discover how humans fit into this diverse tapestry through the Pedigree of Man - tracing our lineage back through time. Behold the magnificence of Great Irish Elk alongside Megatherium; two colossal beings forever etched in our collective memory. Appreciate artistry beyond compare with Edward Donovan's masterpiece "The Wolf, " capturing both beauty and ferocity within one frame. Finally, pay homage to Guy (1946-1978), a western lowland gorilla whose presence reminds us of our shared connection with all living beings. In this captivating journey through "theria, " prepare to be amazed by nature's wonders and humbled by its diversity.