Jigsaw Puzzle : View of the Greenwich Observatory, London, England
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View of the Greenwich Observatory, London, England
Greenwich Observatory buildings. View of the Greenwich Observatory buildings, London, England. The observatory was founded in 1675 by Charles II who appointed an Astronomer Royal to run it. It was the Astronomer Royals job to keep accurate tables of the positions of the Moon and stars for use in navigation by English ships. In 1811, John Pond was Astronomer Royal at Greenwich. He introduced the worlds first public time signal, the dropping of the Greenwich time ball (not seen here) at 1pm every day. Greenwich was the site of the Royal Observatory until the end of World War II
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the wonders of astronomy and history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of the Greenwich Observatory in London, England, this puzzle invites you on a journey back in time. Established in 1675, this historic site was founded by King Charles II and appointed an Astronomer Royal to run it. Assemble this stunning puzzle to bring the intricate details of the observatory buildings to life, and immerse yourself in the rich history and scientific discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the universe.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic view of the Greenwich Observatory buildings in London, England. Established in 1675 by Charles II, this historic observatory played a crucial role in maritime navigation. The Astronomer Royal, appointed by the king, was responsible for meticulously recording the positions of celestial bodies such as the Moon and stars to aid English ships' navigation. In 1811, under John Pond's leadership as Astronomer Royal at Greenwich, an extraordinary innovation took place. He introduced the world's first public time signal - a daily event that became synonymous with precision and reliability. At precisely 1pm each day (though not visible in this image), the renowned Greenwich time ball would drop, allowing people across London to synchronize their watches accurately. Greenwich served as home to the Royal Observatory until World War II drew to a close. Its historical significance cannot be overstated; it stands as a testament to centuries of astronomical exploration and scientific advancement. This remarkable photograph from Science Photo Library transports us back through time, inviting us to appreciate both its architectural beauty and its profound contribution to our understanding of space and time. It serves as a reminder of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge and our enduring fascination with the wonders of our universe.
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