Jigsaw Puzzle : Jeux Icarius An unusual circus act
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Jeux Icarius An unusual circus act
No. 28/50. Jeux Icarius. An unusual circus act - a French soldier climbs on the bodies of the Leaders of the Central Powers while Allied soldiers watch. Leon
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Allied Bodies Circus Climbs Jeux Leaders Leon Powers Print Unusual Watch
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
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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
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Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
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 intriguing photograph, titled "Jeux Icarius: An Unusual Circus Act - No. 28/50," captures a remarkable moment during the height of World War I. The image presents a French soldier boldly climbing atop the bodies of the leaders of the Central Powers, with a crowd of Allied soldiers looking on in awe and amusement. The scene unfolds in a theatrical setting, reminiscent of a circus tent, adding an unexpected element to the otherwise grim reality of the war. The Central Powers, consisting of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and their allies, were facing the Allied Powers, led by France and Britain, in a deadly struggle for supremacy. The date and location of this unusual spectacle are unknown, but it is believed to have taken place during the early years of the war, around 1914-1915. The French soldier, identified as Leon, defies gravity and the political tensions of the time, as he nonchalantly ascends the human pyramid formed by the leaders of the Central Powers. The leaders, dressed in their military uniforms, appear surprised and unamused by the audacious display. The Allied soldiers, gathered around the circus-like arena, cheer and clap, their expressions a mix of admiration and relief, as if this momentary distraction from the horrors of war was a welcome respite. This photograph, a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and levity amidst adversity, offers a unique perspective on the history of World War I. The image invites us to ponder the complexities of war and the power of performance to bring people together, even in the most unlikely of circumstances.
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