1838 Toxodon teeth & figs. from Darwin b 1838 Toxodon teeth & figs. from Darwin b
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1838 Toxodon teeth & figs. from Darwin b 1838 Toxodon teeth & figs. from Darwin b
Toxodon platensis fossil teeth together with illustrations in George Sharfs lithograph (pl. IV) from " The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle" under the supervision of Charles Darwin, Part 1, " Fossil Mammalia" by Richard Owen (1838). True signatures of Owen and Fitzroy included centre top. Toxodon was one of the many striking extinct giant mammals that Darwin discovered while travelling overland in South America during the Voyage of the Beagle. Toxodon was named by Richard Owen (at that time a friend but later a bitter enemy) after the curvature evident in the profile of the teeth. Toxodon means " bow tooth". Though Toxodon has no living relatives, many of the other fossils Darwin found were related to the animals still living there. Darwin wondered if they were ancestors, and in later years would cite these fossils (as well as the Galapagos) as " the origin of all my views"
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This print showcases the remarkable discovery made by Charles Darwin during his voyage on HMS Beagle in 1838. The image features Toxodon platensis fossil teeth, accompanied by intricate illustrations in George Sharfs lithograph from "The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle" supervised by Darwin himself. Toxodon, an extinct giant mammal, was one of the many awe-inspiring creatures that Darwin encountered while exploring South America. Richard Owen, initially a friend but later a bitter enemy to Darwin, named this species after the distinct curvature evident in its tooth profile - hence its name meaning "bow tooth". While Toxodon had no living relatives, other fossils discovered by Darwin were related to animals still thriving in South America. This led him to ponder whether these fossils could be ancestral forms and served as a crucial foundation for his groundbreaking theories on evolution. The authenticity of this print is further enhanced by the inclusion of true signatures from both Richard Owen and Robert Fitzroy at the center top. It serves as a tangible link to history and reminds us of how these scientific discoveries shaped our understanding of life's origins. Paul D. Stewart's meticulous capture brings forth not only an exquisite visual representation but also evokes curiosity about our planet's rich past and its interconnectedness with our present-day existence.
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