Animals That Shaped the Past

This collection of prints uses augmented reality to explore the overlooked presence of animals at pivotal moments in human history. From the hare released at the start of a battle by Boudicca, Queen of the Iceni tribe, as she led a rebellion against the Roman Empire in AD 60, to the falcon associated with the sun god Horus and the divine kingship it symbolised for the pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

Each print focuses on a different animal’s role in a significant historical event, revealing how animals have been intertwined with moments of triumph, tragedy, and transformation.

Designed in a contemporary visual style and incorporating augmented reality, each story is presented in the language of the specific country or historical period. The accompanying graphics include elements of data visualisation to offer context and deeper insight into the eras depicted.
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Click on the images below to discover more about each story and view the artwork with the free Adobe Aero augmented reality app.

Lepus

Horus

Koi