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The British Valhalla -- conversion to Christianity
The British Valhalla -- the conversion to Christianity of the Anglo-Saxon people (Paulinus before Edwin), a suggestion for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes. Date: 1845
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1840s 1845 Arts Decorate Fresco Frescoes Hero Legend Medievalism Narrative Parliament Poetic Poetry Scheme Valhalla Visual Westminster
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience the rich history of Anglo-Saxon England with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic painting "The British Valhalla -- Conversion to Christianity" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this intricately detailed puzzle invites you on a journey back in time. Witness the pivotal moment of Paulinus' mission to convert King Edwin of Northumbria, a significant step towards the spread of Christianity in England. With vivid colors and meticulously rendered brushstrokes, each piece of this high-quality puzzle is a piece of history waiting to be discovered. Gather your family and friends for a memorable and engaging puzzle-solving experience, bringing the past to life in the present.
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
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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.
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In the heart of London, as the Victorian era unfolded in 1845, the newly built Houses of Parliament stood proudly, a testament to the nation's architectural and cultural heritage. Amidst the bustling city, a vision emerged to adorn its walls with a grand narrative, a visual poem that would tell the story of the Anglo-Saxon people's conversion to Christianity. This was to be no ordinary decoration; it was to be a magnificent fresco, inspired by the epic tales of Valhalla, but with a Christian twist. The scene depicted in this print is the pivotal moment of the conversion, with Saint Paulinus before King Edwin of Northumbria. The Anglo-Saxon king, once a devotee of the old pagan gods, is shown listening intently as Paulinus, a Roman missionary, preaches the word of God. The sun, a symbol of divine grace, breaks through the clouds, casting a golden light upon the scene, signifying the dawn of a new era. This poetic and heroic narrative, drawn from the depths of England's medieval past, would serve as a reminder of the nation's rich history and its transformation through the power of faith. The Valhalla scheme, as it came to be known, was a testament to the enduring allure of the Middle Ages and the power of art to inspire and educate. As the sun sets on this evocative scene, we are reminded of the enduring legacy of the Anglo-Saxon people and their conversion to Christianity, a story that continues to captivate and inspire us, even in the modern age.
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