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Charles Lamb / Mackery End
CHARLES LAMB English writers farmhouse at Mackery End, Hertfordshire
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1775 1834 Chickens Farm House Farm Yard Hertfordshire Lamb Places Wheel Barrow
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of Charles Lamb's beloved farmhouse at Mackery End with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This enchanting puzzle, drawn from the rich archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty and history of this English writer's cherished home in Hertfordshire. With intricately detailed pieces and vibrant colors, this puzzle is not just a pastime but a journey into the heart of literary history. Let the peaceful charm of Charles Lamb's farmhouse inspire you as you piece together this stunning jigsaw puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
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Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Charles Lamb's Mackery End: A Peek into the English Writer's Rural Retreat" Charles Lamb (1775-1834), the renowned English essayist, literary critic, and poet, is often associated with the bustling streets of London. However, his connection to the countryside, particularly to the picturesque farmhouse at Mackery End in Hertfordshire, is an essential aspect of his biography. This evocative image, captured by an unknown photographer in 1834, offers a glimpse into Lamb's tranquil rural haven. The scene unfolds in the farmyard of Mackery End, where a horse-drawn cart stands near the gate. The simple, red-brick farmhouse, with its gabled roof and white-washed walls, sits serenely in the background. A wheelbarrow, filled with hay or firewood, is positioned to the side, while a horse, perhaps having completed its chores, grazes nearby. The farmyard is alive with the sounds of rural life: the clucking of chickens, the gentle whinnying of the horse, and the distant lowing of cattle. Charles Lamb purchased Mackery End in 1801, seeking refuge from the noise and chaos of London. He shared the farmhouse with his sister, Mariam Lamb, and her husband, Thomas Grimshaw. The peaceful surroundings provided Lamb with the inspiration for many of his works, including his famous essay "Dream Children," which was inspired by the farm's apple trees. This photograph, taken over a century after Lamb's time at Mackery End, invites us to imagine the writer in his rural retreat, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of country life. It serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between literature and the land that inspired it.
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