Jigsaw Puzzle > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Welling
Jigsaw Puzzle : Buy a new Almanack, Cries of London, (c1688?)
Jigsaw Puzzles from Heritage Images
Buy a new Almanack, Cries of London, (c1688?)
Buy a new Almanack, (c1688?). An almanac seller, carrying a large basket of books. Almanacs were published yearly and contained a calendar as well as information regarding the phases of the moon and stars, and dates of religious festivals and public holidays. From Cries of London, (c1688?)
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15172434
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Basket Calendar Cries Of London Diary Information Laroon Marcellus Marcellus Laroon Marcellus Laroon I Marcellus Lauron Old Laroon Street Cry Street Life Street Seller Street Trader Wide Brimmed
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzle collection. This intriguing puzzle, titled "Buy a new Almanack, Cries of London (c1688?)", transports you to the bustling streets of London during the late 17th century. Immerse yourself in the historical charm as an almanac seller, laden with a large basket of books, calls out to the crowd. Piece together this intricate puzzle to reveal the fascinating details of this iconic scene, and bring a touch of history into your home. Engage your mind and ignite your imagination with Media Storehouse's high-quality jigsaw puzzles.
500 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 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Marcellus Laroon
> Arts
> Literature
> Books
> Arts
> Literature
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome paintings
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Fine art
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> City of London
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Events
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Welling
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a scene from 17th century London, showcasing the bustling street life of that era. In this image titled "Buy a new Almanack, Cries of London" an anonymous almanac seller is depicted carrying a large basket filled with books. The almanacs were an essential yearly publication during that time, providing valuable information such as calendars, moon phases, stars' positions, religious festivals, and public holidays. The woman in the picture stands out with her wide-brimmed hat and traditional dress of the period. Her occupation as an almanac seller was crucial for many individuals who relied on these publications to navigate their daily lives. This etching by Marcellus Laroon I beautifully captures both the concept of advertising prevalent even back then and the importance placed on literature. Displayed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery in England's capital city, this artwork takes us back in time to experience the vibrant streets of old London. It serves as a reminder of how professions have evolved over centuries while highlighting the significance people placed on acquiring knowledge about celestial events and important dates. Through this monochrome snapshot frozen in time, we are transported into a world where street traders like this lady played vital roles in disseminating information to society. Let us cherish our modern conveniences while appreciating those who paved the way for today's wealth of knowledge at our fingertips.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
