Jigsaw Puzzle : Aviators as Deities
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Aviators as Deities
When aviators in a seaplane arrive on a Polynesian island, they are honoured as deities from the sky, and gifts are brought to them as placatory offerings
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Arrive Brought Deities Gifts Honoured Offerings Pacific Polynesian Sea Plane 1923
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of "Aviators as Deities" with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle from Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing puzzle depicts a stunning image from Mary Evans Prints Online, where aviators in a seaplane are warmly welcomed as divine beings on a Polynesian island. As they gracefully touch down, the islanders eagerly bring gifts to these heavenly visitors from the sky as placatory offerings. Piece together this mesmerizing puzzle and immerse yourself in a story of exploration, wonder, and reverence. Experience the thrill of discovery with every completed puzzle piece and bring this unique cultural moment into your home.
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 29.2cm x 37.2cm (11.5" x 14.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Aviators as Deities: The Arrival of Sky Gods on a Polynesian Island, 1923" In this historic photograph, a group of aviators disembark from their seaplane, touching down on the pristine shores of a Polynesian island in the Pacific Ocean. The year was 1923, and the world was still in awe of the marvels of aviation. For the people of this remote island, however, the arrival of these men from the sky was more than just a remarkable feat of human ingenuity; it was a divine visitation. The Polynesians, with their rich and ancient culture, had long held a deep reverence for the sky and the gods that controlled its elements. The arrival of the aviators, who seemed to have descended from the heavens themselves, was seen as a sign of divine favor. The islanders, in their traditional garb and adornments, gathered on the shore to welcome the aviators as deities, bringing gifts and offerings as placatory tokens of respect. The scene is a testament to the enduring power of tradition and the human capacity for wonder. The aviators, humbled by the reception, likely never forgot their extraordinary welcome to this enchanted island. This photograph, a rare glimpse into a unique moment in history, captures the awe-inspiring encounter between two vastly different worlds. The image is a historical treasure from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offering a fascinating insight into the intersection of aviation, religion, and Pacific Island culture in the early 20th century. The seaplane, a symbol of modernity, stands in stark contrast to the timeless traditions of the Polynesian people, creating a captivating tableau that continues to intrigue and inspire.
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