KNM-ER 1813, 2022
Homage to Homo habilis

Acrylic on canvas
Gold and silver plated teeth: ⁣⁣
24 carat fine 999/gold and ⁣⁣pure palladium
, rust and patina colours

130 x 195 cm⁣ / 51 x 77 in
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No. #202214

There is only one Homo sapiens.

But one of its predecessors, Homo habilis, played a decisive role in human history as one of the earliest representatives of the Homo genus. It lived around 2.4 to 1.4 million years ago and is known for making stone tools known as Oldowan tools. This tool-making ability marked an important step in the evolution of human intellect and dexterity.

The KNM-ER 1813 find is a significant Homo habilis fossil that provides important insights into the anatomy and lifestyle of this early human species. Such finds help scientists to better understand the development of human ancestors and to reconstruct evolutionary transitions.