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English tourists watch fishermen opening pearl oysters
English tourists watch Scottish fishermen opening pearl oysters on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Doctor Prosody fishing for pearls in the Isle of Sky. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by William Read from William Combes The Tour of Doctor Prosody, in search of the Antique and the Picturesque, through Scotland, the Hebrides, the Orkney and Shetland Isles, Matthew Illy, London, 1821
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Scotland with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the enchanting image "English tourists watch fishermen opening pearl oysters" by Mary Evans Picture Library, this puzzle brings to life the picturesque scene of the Isle of Skye. Witness the intrigue of the English tourists as they observe the skilled Scottish fishermen opening oysters in search of precious pearls. Doctor Prosody, the famed pearl diver, adds to the allure of this scene. Engage in a relaxing and rewarding puzzle experience as you piece together this beautiful image and transport yourself to the stunning shores of Scotland.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 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 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Doctor Prosody fishing for pearls in the Isle of Skye, Scotland," we witness a scene of English tourists eagerly observing Scottish fishermen as they open pearl oysters. The engraving, drawn and engraved by William Read, is an illustration from William Combes' "The Tour of Doctor Prosody, in search of the Antique and the Picturesque, through Scotland, the Hebrides, the Orkney and Shetland Isles," published in London in 1821. The image portrays a group of tourists, including the Doctor Prosody, who is depicted with a staff and a timid companion, precariously balanced on the edge of a small boat. The choppy seas and the basalt pillars and rocks in the background suggest the danger and inconvenience that comes with the pursuit of pearls on the Isle of Skye. The Scottish fishermen, dressed in traditional attire, are shown expertly opening the pearl oysters, revealing their precious contents. The tourists, however, seem to be more interested in the spectacle than in the actual pearl diving. One tourist, perhaps overeager, even falls overboard, adding a touch of the picaresque and parody to the scene. The engraving is reminiscent of the caricatures and illustrations popular during the Romantic era, which often depicted travelers' experiences in a humorous and exaggerated way. The image captures the spirit of adventure and the allure of the exotic that drove tourists to travel to remote and picturesque locations, such as the Isle of Skye, in search of the antique and the picturesque. Overall, this illustration offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of early 19th-century tourism and the fascination with the Scottish Hebrides and the Orkney and Shetland Isles.
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