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Beggar boys playing dice, 1675, by Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1618-1682). Spanish painter. Beggar boys playing dice, 1675. Detail. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
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1675 Alte Barefoot Barefooted Baroque Bartolome Beggar Coin Dice Eating Esteban Gesture Money Munich Murillo Pinakothek Poor Poorness Dices
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Bring history to life with the exquisite detail of our Murillo's "Beggar Boys Playing Dice" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating 17th-century Spanish painting, masterfully recreated in puzzle form, invites you to immerse yourself in the world of Bartolome Esteban Murillo. With intricately cut pieces and vibrant colors, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity but also a beautiful addition to any room. Discover the story behind this iconic artwork as you piece together the past, one puzzle piece at a time.
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 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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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Beggar Boys Playing Dice," a captivating masterpiece painted by Bartolome Esteban Murillo in 1675, is a poignant representation of childhood in the 17th century. Housed at the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, this Baroque painting showcases a group of barefoot boys engrossed in a game of dice, their expressions revealing a mix of excitement and determination. Murillo, a renowned Spanish painter, masterfully captures the essence of poverty and the raw realities of street life in Europe during this era. The boys, dressed in tattered clothes, are seen huddled together on a dimly lit street, their focus solely on the game before them. One boy, in the foreground, leans forward, his gestures expressing his eagerness to win the coin stakes. Another boy, in the background, reaches into a basket, perhaps to grab a fruit or a morsel of food to sustain him during their game. The painting's intricate details, from the folds in their clothes to the textures of the dice, transport us back in time, offering a glimpse into the lives of children living in poverty. The scene is a poignant reminder of the stark contrast between the modern age and the historical realities of the past. Despite the boys' impoverished circumstances, Murillo manages to imbue the painting with a sense of warmth and humanity, inviting the viewer to reflect on the universality of childhood and the enduring nature of play and companionship. The "Beggar Boys Playing Dice" is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to find joy in the simplest of things, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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