This is one in a series of original paintings by Jael (1937-2020) that she created for "Mysteries of Bizarre Animals and Freaks of Nature" - one in a 12-volume non-fiction book series written by Phyllis Raybin Emert that was part of the "Strange Unsolved Mysteries" series of YA books - and Jael illustrated the covers for this entire line, this one published by Tor, 1994. (I show the published cover for reference) The book contains over 20 short accounts and stories about unusual, prehistoric, or mysterious creatures—and Jael's cover art captures it all! Painted in oils and acrylics on illustration board, 26.5" x 19.5" and signed in the image -plus comes custom framed!