Jigsaw Puzzle : Photo of Mr & Mrs J J Astor in the Tatler
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Photo of Mr & Mrs J J Astor in the Tatler
Black and white photo of Mr and Mrs J J Astor under the heading Matters American in the Tatler of 17th November 1909. Mrs Astor had just been granted a divorce in a hearing which lasted only three minutes, with their name not even mentioned in court. Date: 17th November 1909
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Step back in time with the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles and piece together the history of the past. Our latest addition to the collection is the captivating "Photo of Mr & Mrs J J Astor in the Tatler" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing black and white image, taken from the Tatler magazine on 17th November 1909, showcases the enigmatic Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Astor. Mrs. Astor, who had recently been granted a divorce in a hearing that lasted only three hours, adds an air of mystery to this striking photograph. Engage in a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience, and bring this piece of American history into your home.
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 striking photograph, published in the Tatler magazine on 17th November 1909, captures the elegant and enigmatic presence of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Astor as they gracefully navigated the scandalous waters of Edwardian society. The Astors, two of America's most prominent figures, found themselves at the center of a highly publicized divorce proceedings that took place just weeks prior to this image being published. Despite the intense media attention, the divorce hearing itself was a brief and private affair, lasting only three minutes. The names of the parties involved were not even mentioned in court, adding to the intrigue and speculation surrounding the separation. The Tatler, a leading society publication of the time, wasted no opportunity to report on the developments, publishing this image under the heading "Matters American." Mr. Astor, a wealthy businessman and philanthropist, and his wife, Caroline, were a fixture of high society both in America and Europe. Their divorce marked a significant moment in the history of American society, as it was one of the first high-profile divorces to take place in the United States. The image of the Astors in the Tatler serves as a poignant reminder of the public's fascination with the personal lives of the rich and famous, even in an era long before the ubiquity of social media and celebrity culture. This photograph, with its timeless elegance and intriguing backstory, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Edwardian elite and the societal norms of the early 20th century.
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