Perissodactyl Collection (page 3)

Rhinocerotidae (family), rhinoceros
Woodcut engraving published on page 953 of of Historiae Animalium, Vol. 1 De Quadrupedibus Viviparis (Viviparous Quadrupeds), 1555-1558, by Konrad Gesner (1516-1565)

Three unicorns
Monoceros Unicornu and Caprinonq Marinq. Tab 10 from Beschriving Van de Natuur der Vier-voetige Dieren, 1660 by I. Johnston

Sea-horse
Page 234 from Curious Creatures in Zoology, 1890 by John Ashton

Diceros bicornis, horn of a black rhinoceros
A photograph of a black rhinoceros horn specimen from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Elasmotherium, artwork
Elasmotherium. Computer artwork of an Elasmotherium grazing on the ancient steppe grasslands of what is now Southern Russia

Icelandic horses with volcanic mountains in the distance, South Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

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Perissodactyls, the majestic creatures of the past, have left their mark on history and captivated our imaginations. Lord Walter Rothschild, a renowned zoologist and collector, was fascinated by these enigmatic beings. In his pursuit of knowledge, he embarked on a journey to capture their essence. One such adventure led him to a zebra-drawn trap meticulously designed by Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild himself. This ingenious contraption aimed to study the behavior of zebras in captivity. The trap became an emblem of his dedication to understanding perissodactyls. Lord Rothschild's passion extended beyond zebras; he also delved into the world of ancient species like Anoplotherium commune and gracile as well as Palaeotherium. These primitive horse-like creatures offered glimpses into our evolutionary past. Nathan Natty, 1st Baron Rothschild's legacy lives on through his contributions to perissodactyl research. His groundbreaking work with Hyracotherium or Eohippus shed light on the dawn horse - a pivotal moment in understanding equine evolution. The significance of perissodactyls is not limited to horses alone; it encompasses other magnificent creatures like Ceratotherium simum, commonly known as the white rhinoceros. Their sheer size and strength make them an awe-inspiring sight in nature's tapestry. Even artifacts from ancient civilizations bear witness to humanity's fascination with these animals. A reindeer antler from Neschers intricately carved with a horse-head engraving showcases our enduring connection with perissodactyls throughout time. Rhinoceros unicornis, better known as the Indian Rhinoceros, stands tall among its peers in terms of uniqueness and rarity. Its single horn has sparked legends and myths that continue to captivate us today. Brontops robustus represents an extinct genus resembling rhinoceros-like creatures.