Jigsaw Puzzle > Historic > World War I and II > Airplanes and aviation
Jigsaw Puzzle : London by Night - Looking for Zeppelins
Jigsaw Puzzles from Mary Evans Picture Library
London by Night - Looking for Zeppelins
London by Night - Looking for Zeppelins - Londoners take up the highest viewpoints they can to search the skies for these new miracles of aviation. A few years later (early 1915 onwards) they would be scanning the skies with far more concern and trepidation as Zeppelins launched aerial bombing raids on the UK during the First World War. Date: circa 1909
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 18076249
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Airship Airships Blimp Blimps Chimneys Highest Londoners Moon Rooftop Rooftops Search Telescope Telescopes Vantage Zeppelin Zeppelins Chimneystacks Scan Viewpoints
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of a bygone era with our London by Night jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle, featuring the enchanting image "Looking for Zeppelins" from Mary Evans Prints Online, invites you to immerse yourself in the excitement of Londoners searching the night sky for the new wonders of aviation. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity but also a beautiful piece of art for your home. Puzzle pieces are made from high-quality materials for a perfect fit and a satisfying puzzle experience. Bring history to life and create lasting memories with Media Storehouse's London by Night jigsaw puzzle.
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
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76cm x 49.1cm (29.9" x 19.3")
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) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Aerial Photography
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Aviation
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Airplanes and aviation
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images from the Grenville Collins
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the early 1900s, Londoners are seen gathered on the highest viewpoints of the city, peering intently into the night sky through telescopes in search of a new marvel - the Zeppelin. The moon casts a soft glow over the scene, illuminating the chimneystacks and the silhouettes of those seated on rooftops, their faces a mix of excitement and anticipation. The airships, or Zeppelins, were a relatively new invention at the time, and their massive size and ability to navigate the skies had captured the imagination of the public. The sense of wonder and curiosity is palpable as the crowd scans the horizon, eager to catch a glimpse of these floating wonders. It is a scene that speaks to the human fascination with the unknown and the desire to explore the limits of what is possible. However, this peaceful scene would be shattered just a few short years later, as the Zeppelins would be used as weapons during the First World War, launching aerial bombing raids on the UK. The same viewpoints that were once used to search for these marvels of aviation would become vantage points for defense, as Londoners looked to the skies with far more concern and trepidation. This photograph, taken circa 1909, is a reminder of a time when the future seemed limitless and the possibilities of human invention were boundless. It is a snapshot of a moment in history when the imagination of the public was captured by the wonders of the skies, and the future was filled with the promise of new discoveries and adventures.
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.