Fossil Bone Studies — Plate XVIII

This archival scientific plate presents fossilized skeletal remains through five carefully separated photographic studies. Four elongated specimens appear in narrow vertical panels across the upper section, while a larger photograph below records a group of closely associated bones preserved in their surrounding material.

Cracks, fragmented surfaces, irregular edges, and changes in tone remain clearly visible, preserving the physical condition of the specimens rather than presenting them as idealized anatomical forms. The numbered arrangement gives the page the systematic visual character of an early museum reference plate.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified on plate
• Title: Fossil Bone Studies — Plate XVIII
• Original title: Plate XVIII
• Series: Annals of the Transvaal Museum, Vol. VII, Pt. 2
• Date: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: South Africa
• Medium: Monochrome photographic scientific plate

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