Jigsaw Puzzle : Restored waterhole / watcher's farm house, built during World War 1. Waterholes with windmills established along Auob valley for military purposes; guarded and maintained by farmers in exchange for the right to farm the area
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Restored waterhole / watcher's farm house, built during World War 1. Waterholes with windmills established along Auob valley for military purposes; guarded and maintained by farmers in exchange for the right to farm the area
ASW-4750
Restored waterhole / watcher's farm house, built during World War 1.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Agricultural Buildings Farmland House Houses South Africa
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring the evocative painting "Restored waterhole / watcher's farm house" by Alan Weaving, this puzzle brings to life the unique story of a waterhole established during World War 1. This tranquil scene, set in the Northern Cape region of South Africa, showcases a watcher's farmhouse nestled by a waterhole, surrounded by windmills that were built for military purposes. Farmers tended to these waterholes in exchange for the right to farm the land, creating a symbiotic relationship between nature and humanity. Assemble this intricately detailed puzzle and step back in time to a period of resilience and resourcefulness. A perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy together.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
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.
Time Traveling to WWI - Where Windmills and Wildlife Collide!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step into the past with this incredible print of ASW-4750, showcasing a restored waterhole and watcher's farm house from World War 1. As you gaze at this image, imagine the bustling activity that once surrounded these windmill-powered waterholes in South Africa's Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. During the war, these strategically placed waterholes were guarded by dedicated farmers who maintained them in exchange for farming rights in the area. It was a unique collaboration between military purposes and agricultural pursuits. The picturesque farmhouse stands as a testament to human resilience amidst nature's beauty. Nestled within vast farmland, it serves as a reminder of how humans have coexisted harmoniously with their surroundings throughout history. This print captures not only the historical significance but also showcases the stunning geography of Northern Cape, South Africa. The rolling plains and endless horizons create an awe-inspiring backdrop for this charming building. So take a trip back in time through Alan Weaving's lens and immerse yourself in an era where windmills spun gracefully while wildlife thrived around them. Let your imagination run wild as you ponder what life must have been like during those wartime years when man-made structures merged seamlessly with Mother Nature herself!
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