Fine Art Print : Piltdown cricket bat
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Piltdown cricket bat
Side view of sharpened piece of elephant thighbone, presented as a digging implement. Commonly referred to as the Piltdown cricket bat. Held at The Natural History Museum, London
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing history of the Piltdown Cricket Bat with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This side view of the sharpened piece of elephant thighbone, held at The Natural History Museum in London, is a fascinating reminder of the controversial discovery that once sparked debates in the archaeological world. Add an air of intrigue and historical depth to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print captures a side view of a sharpened piece of elephant thighbone, famously known as the Piltdown cricket bat. Housed at The Natural History Museum in London, this artifact has become synonymous with one of the greatest hoaxes in scientific history.
The Piltdown cricket bat was presented as a digging implement but was later revealed to be a forgery, part of an elaborate fraud that deceived experts for decades. Believed to be evidence of early human ancestors using tools, it turned out to be nothing more than an elaborate fake.
The bone itself is fossilized and showcases the anatomy of an elephant, adding another layer to the deception. Despite being exposed as a hoax, the Piltdown cricket bat remains on display as a reminder of how easily we can be misled by our own biases and desires for discovery.
This print serves as a visual representation of this infamous episode in scientific history and highlights the importance of skepticism and critical thinking in evaluating supposed evidence. It stands as a cautionary tale against jumping to conclusions based on preconceived notions or wishful thinking.
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