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LONDON: PONTOON, 1860. Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge
LONDON: PONTOON, 1860.
Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge on the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London, before the Duke of Cambridge, 1860. Contemporary English wood engraving
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Media ID 12426145
1860 Army Boat Bridge Cambridge Captain Crossing Demonstration Duke Francis Hyde Park Lake London Pontoon Spectator Victorian Fowke Serpentine
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Bring history to life with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse range, featuring the captivating image "LONDON: PONTOON, 1860. Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge" by Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases a historic moment in time as Captain Francis Fowkes demonstrates his innovative pontoon bridge on the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London, before the Duke of Cambridge in 1860. Immerse yourself in the rich history of England as you piece together this beautiful and educational puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "LONDON: PONTOON, 1860" takes us back in time to witness a remarkable event. The image showcases the demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes' pontoon bridge on the serene Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London. It was an extraordinary moment as troops and spectators gathered around to witness this innovative transportation marvel. In the late Victorian era, Captain Fowkes presented his groundbreaking creation before none other than the Duke of Cambridge himself. This wood engraving captures the essence of that historic day when soldiers stood tall alongside their captain, ready to showcase the capabilities of this pontoon bridge. The scene is filled with anticipation as men line up on either side of the bridge while others watch from afar. The intricate details captured by Granger Art on Demand allow us to appreciate both the exterior beauty of Hyde Park and the engineering brilliance behind Fowkes' creation. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to a period where innovation and progress were highly celebrated. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst bustling city life, moments like these allowed people to pause and marvel at human ingenuity.
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