Jigsaw Puzzle : Great Snowstorm 1881
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Great Snowstorm 1881
Various ships and vessels including the Lucknow and Havelock on Ryde Pier are battered by the great snow storm & gales of 18th January 1881
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1881 Battered Gale Gales Havelock Including Lucknow P Ier Phenomena Ryde Snow Storm Storm Vessels Wrecks January
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Experience the thrill of history coming to life with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles! This captivating puzzle features the iconic image "Great Snowstorm 1881" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the magnificent yet chaotic scene of Ryde Pier, where ships and vessels like the Lucknow and Havelock bravely endure the relentless fury of the great snowstorm and gales of 18th January 1881. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and immerse yourself in a piece of history as you piece together this mesmerizing puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike!
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and fury of the Great Snowstorm of January 1881 as it battered the coastal town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight. The storm, which hit on the 18th of the month, was characterized by heavy snowfall and strong gales that caused widespread damage and chaos. In the foreground of the image, we see Ryde Pier, its once elegant structure now a mere silhouette against the tempestuous backdrop. The pier, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, was a hive of activity before the storm, with various ships and vessels moored along its length. But now, the pier is a scene of destruction, with several vessels, including the Lucknow and Havelock, lying wrecked and battered against its pylons. The Lucknow, a three-masted schooner, is shown in a particularly precarious position, its sails torn to shreds and its hull battered by the relentless waves. The Havelock, a smaller vessel, is also shown struggling against the elements, its rigging twisted and its deck awash with snow and water. The snowstorm of 1881 was a natural phenomenon that left a lasting impact on the coastal communities of the Isle of Wight and beyond. The storm caused widespread damage to property and infrastructure, and claimed several lives. But it also served as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature, and the resilience of those who lived in its path. This historical photograph is a testament to the weather event that continues to fascinate and intrigue, and serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the natural world and its capricious moods.
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