Hylaeosaurus Collection

1855 Punch Dinosaurs Crystal Palace
1855 Cartoon from Punchs Almanac of that year, ascribed to John Leech. " A visit to the antediluvian reptiles at Sydenham - master Tom strongly objects to having his mind improved"

The Wealden, restorations, Crystal Palace Park
Original artwork by Walter Ray Woods for Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus
Sheet 3 of a series of posters by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862, showing Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus. Date: circa 1862

Gideon Mantell and iguanodon
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

Restorations of secondary period animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

The Hylaeosaurus, restored (engraving)
3625565 The Hylaeosaurus, restored (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hylaeosaurus, restored)

Dinosaurs of the Cretaceous Period (colour litho)
3620994 Dinosaurs of the Cretaceous Period (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinosaurs of the Cretaceous Period)

Hylaeosaurus, side view

1833 Gideon Mantell Tilgate dinosaurs
" Strata of Tilgate Forest in Surrey" showing Gideon Mantell (seated) while two workmen excavate a partly exposed fossil (spine of Iguanodon?)

1888 colour litho of Jurassic dinosaurs
19th century lithograph of a Jurassic landscape including the dinosaurs: Megalosaurus (1), Iguanodon (2 with incorrect nose spike)

Dinosaur / Teleosaurus
A TELEOSAURUS (foreground) and a HYLAEOSAURUS of the Jurassic era

Restoration of a landscape in Cretaceous Europe.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886

Hylaeosaurus, extinct genus of herbivore from the Cretaceous.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F. John from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1910, Hamburg

Illustration of Hylaeosaurus
Palaeozoology - Cretaceous period - Dinosaurs - Hylaeosaurus - Art work

1838 Megalosaurus and Iguanodon by Martin
" The Country of the Iguanodon" by apocalyptic artist John Martin, commissioned by Gideon Mantell as the frontis for his popular book " The Wonders of Geology" (1838)

1833 Hylaeosaurus dinosaur discovery crop
First engraving of Gideon Mantells Hylaeosaurus discovery in the Tilgate forest quarry of the Weald. It represents only the third dinosaur to be discovered and named. Drawn & lithographed by F

Gideon Mantell, palaeontologist
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

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"Hylaeosaurus: A Majestic Herbivore from the Cretaceous Period" In 1855, Punch Dinosaurs Crystal Palace showcased an extraordinary exhibition that captivated audiences. Among the star attractions were the magnificent Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus, two giants of prehistoric times. The Wealden landscape came to life through meticulous restorations in Crystal Palace Park. Gideon Mantell, renowned for his groundbreaking discoveries like the iguanodon, played a crucial role in unraveling the mysteries of these ancient creatures. His expertise paved the way for accurate restorations of secondary period animals, including the awe-inspiring Hylaeosaurus. An engraving depicted a vivid representation of this remarkable creature - its armored body standing tall against a backdrop of lush greenery. This herbivorous dinosaur roamed Cretaceous Europe during a time when dinosaurs reigned supreme. The color lithograph showcased an entire ecosystem from that era - showcasing not only Hylaeosaurus but also other majestic dinosaurs from the Cretaceous Period. It offered viewers a glimpse into a world long gone by, where towering reptiles ruled over vast landscapes. Imagine walking through Jurassic forests or witnessing herds grazing peacefully amidst breathtaking scenery; such was made possible by detailed recreations captured in an 1888 color lithograph. Hylaeosaurus itself was an extinct genus known for its impressive size and unique features. With its distinctive armor plates adorning its back and sides, it stood as a testament to nature's ingenuity and adaptability. Dating back to 1833, Gideon Mantell's Tilgate dinosaurs further fueled public fascination with these prehistoric wonders. Their existence sparked curiosity about Earth's distant past and inspired generations to explore our planet's rich history. Let us marvel at these incredible creatures that once roamed our world millions of years ago – their fossils forever etched into our collective imagination.