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Jigsaw Puzzle : Sailing ship Glasgow docks, cargo Australian wheat, 1931
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Sailing ship Glasgow docks, cargo Australian wheat, 1931
Sailing ship Viking, Glasgow docks, carrying Australian wheat, 1931
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Media ID 23435732
1931 Docks Glasgow Newspaper Pre War Press Viking Wheat
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Sailing Ship Jigsaw Puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcasing a historic sailing vessel, the "Viking," gracefully docking at Glasgow's harbor in 1931. With sacks of golden Australian wheat in tow, this puzzle brings to life the rich history of international trade. Immerse yourself in the nostalgic charm of this captivating puzzle, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
500 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 38x50cm 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 50.2cm x 38cm (19.8" x 15")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the historic sailing ship Viking as it docks at Glasgow's riverside quayside in 1931. The ship, proudly flying the Australian flag, is laden with a bountiful cargo of golden wheat, symbolizing the strong trade relationship between Scotland and the land down under during the 1930s. The era of sailing ships was drawing to a close with the advent of steamships, but this traditional vessel still held its own, gracefully navigating the waters of the Atlantic and the North Sea. The photograph, published in a local Scottish newspaper, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time before the Second World War when international trade was thriving. The hustle and bustle of the dockside can be seen in the background, with workers loading and unloading cargo, and other ships anchored in the distance. The Viking, with its tall masts and sails billowing in the wind, stands out as a testament to the rich maritime history of Glasgow and Scotland. This image, now an archival treasure, is a reminder of the cultural exchange and economic ties that existed between different parts of the world during the 1930s. It also serves as a reminder of the beauty and romance of the sailing ship era, a time when travel was an adventure and the world seemed a little smaller.
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