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Fishing for Sawfish
The dangerous pursuit of fishing for sawfish off the coast of Florida Date: 1906
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Caribbean Dangerous Fishermen Florida Pursuit Rowing Saw Fish
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Transport yourself back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzle collection. Our latest addition, "Fishing for Sawfish," takes you on a thrilling journey to the coast of Florida in 1906. Witness the dangerous pursuit of sawfish fishing as depicted in this vintage image from Mary Evans Prints Online. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this jigsaw puzzle promises an engaging and rewarding experience. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, immerse yourself in a piece of the past and create a beautiful finished product to display. Enjoy the challenge and the adventure with Media Storehouse's "Fishing for Sawfish" jigsaw puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Perilous Pursuit: Fishing for Sawfish off the Coast of Florida, 1906 This evocative image captures the thrill and danger of an early 20th-century sawfish fishing expedition off the coast of Florida. The photograph, taken in 1906, depicts a group of intrepid fishermen in a small wooden boat, rowing determinedly against the gentle Caribbean waves. Their eyes are fixed on the water, scanning for signs of the elusive sawfish, a large, prehistoric-looking marine creature with a distinctive saw-like bill. Sawfish were once abundant in the shallow waters of the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States, including Florida. However, their numbers have drastically declined due to overfishing and habitat destruction. In the early 1900s, sawfish were highly prized for their unique features and were hunted for sport and food. The pursuit of sawfish was a dangerous one. The fish could grow up to 20 feet long and weigh over 1,000 pounds. Their saw-like bills were not only used for cutting through the water to locate prey but were also sharp enough to inflict serious injury to fishermen. The fishermen in the photograph are armed with long poles and harpoons, ready to strike when a sawfish is sighted. Despite the risks, the thrill of the hunt and the allure of the exotic sawfish drew fishermen to the coasts of Florida and the Caribbean. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the pursuit of these magnificent creatures was a dangerous and exhilarating endeavor.
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