Jigsaw Puzzle : Egypt - Faux Tourist Card
Jigsaw Puzzles from Mary Evans Picture Library
Egypt - Faux Tourist Card
Egypt - Faux Tourist Card - a fancifully staged group featuring an incorrectly-drawn Egyptian flag! Date: 1920s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 11552814
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the charm of the past with our Egypt - Faux Tourist Card jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This delightful puzzle, featuring a vintage image from the 1920s obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a playful and fancifully staged group of tourists. But watch out for the incorrectly-drawn Egyptian flag - can you spot the error before the puzzle is complete? With intricately detailed pieces and a rich historical background, this puzzle is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Get ready to embark on an exciting journey of discovery and piece together this fascinating piece of the past.
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.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this charming and amusing snapshot of a fictional family's Egyptian adventure in the 1920s. The photograph, titled "Egypt - Faux Tourist Card," features an intriguing group of travelers posing in front of a horse-drawn carriage, their faces filled with excitement and wonder. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the desert landscape, with the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx visible in the distance. But upon closer inspection, something seems amiss with this idyllic scene. The Egyptian flag in the background, proudly displayed on a pole, bears an incorrect design. Instead of the traditional red, white, and black horizontal stripes with an eagle at the center, this flag boasts a haphazardly drawn star and crescent moon on a red background. This quirky detail adds an element of whimsy and humor to the image, making it a delightful find for history buffs and Egypt enthusiasts alike. The family, dressed in fashionable clothing of the era, seems unfazed by the flag's error, further emphasizing the playful nature of the scene. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the early days of tourism in Egypt, a time when travel to North Africa was still an exotic and adventurous undertaking. The family's carriage, complete with luggage and a friendly-looking driver, adds to the sense of adventure and discovery. This image, with its blend of history, culture, and amusement, is a must-have for anyone interested in the rich history of Egypt and the allure of travel in the 1920s.
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