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Jigsaw Puzzle : LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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Media ID 7545061
1867 British Raj Cart Container Dock East East India Company Import India Ship Shipping Thames River Unloading East Indiaman
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of London's East India Docks with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring the intricately detailed wood engraving "Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks" by The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, dated 1867, this puzzle transports you back in time. Solve the puzzle pieces to reveal the bustling scene of tea ships being unloaded, a testament to London's role as a major hub for international trade during the Victorian era. A perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts and history lovers alike, this jigsaw puzzle is sure to provide hours of enjoyable challenge and satisfaction.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 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 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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
This print titled "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867" takes us back in time to witness a bustling scene at the East India Docks. The wood engraving, created by an English artist in 1867, beautifully captures the essence of this significant moment in history. In the heart of London's docklands, we see workers diligently unloading tea-ships from the renowned East India Company. Each worker plays a crucial role in carefully transferring crates filled with precious cargo onto waiting carts. The sheer magnitude of activity is awe-inspiring as men navigate through stacks of wooden containers amidst a backdrop of towering ships on the Thames River. The image transports us to an era when Britain was at its zenith as a global trading power. It symbolizes not only the importation of tea but also represents the vast network connecting British Raj with its colonies in Asia. This snapshot encapsulates both labor and commerce intertwined within one frame. As we observe this historic scene, it becomes apparent that this image holds immense cultural significance beyond just commercial use. It offers insight into daily life during colonial times, highlighting how trade shaped relationships between nations and influenced economies worldwide. The Granger Collection has masterfully preserved this remarkable piece of art for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon our shared human history.
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