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A Child's Dream (374 Pieces) Shaped Christmas Wooden Puzzle

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Santa Claus, known as Saint Nicholas or Kris Kringle, has a long history steeped in Christmas traditions. Today, he is...
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  • Every puzzle invites you to discover uniquely handcrafted whimsy (shaped) pieces, thoughtfully designed to complement the image theme.
  • Irregular pieces provide an engaging challenge, keeping puzzlers intrigued with interesting shapes and rewarding problem-solving.
  • To ensure exceptional durability, each puzzle is crafted from premium 4mm FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood.
  • Nautilus Puzzles are thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted in the USA, on California's sunny central coast.
  • The puzzles are precision laser cut with advanced technology, ensuring every piece fits together perfectly for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Santa Claus, known as Saint Nicholas or Kris Kringle, has a long history steeped in Christmas traditions. Today, he is the jolly man in red who brings toys to good girls and boys on Christmas Eve, but his story stretches back to the 3rd century. 

The legend of Santa Claus can be traced back to a monk named St. Nicholas. It is believed that Nicholas was born sometime around 280 A.D. in Patara, near Myra, Turkey. Much admired for his piety and kindness, he gave away all of his inherited wealth and traveled the countryside, helping the poor and sick.

Over the years, he became known as the protector of children and sailors. His feast day is celebrated on the anniversary of his death, December 6. By the Renaissance, St. Nicholas was the most popular saint in Europe.

St. Nicholas made his first inroads into American popular culture towards the end of the 18th century. In December 1773, and again in 1774, a New York newspaper reported that groups of Dutch families had gathered to honor the anniversary of his death.

Santa Claus evolved from Nick’s Dutch nickname, Sinter Klaas, a shortened form of Sint Nikolaas (Dutch for Saint Nicholas). In 1804, John Pintard distributed woodcuts of St. Nicholas at the New York Historical Society's annual meeting. The engraving contains now-familiar Santa images, including stockings filled with toys and fruit, hung over a fireplace. 

In 1809, Washington Irving helped to popularize the Sinter Klaas stories when he referred to St. Nicholas as the patron saint of New York in his book, The History of New York. 

Gift-giving, has been an essential part of the Christmas celebration since the early 19th century. Stores began to advertise Christmas shopping in 1820. By the 1840s, newspapers created separate sections for holiday advertisements, often featuring images of the newly-popular Santa Claus. 

In 1841, thousands of children visited a Philadelphia shop to see a life-size Santa Claus model. It was only a matter of time before stores began to attract children, and their parents, with the lure of a peek at a “live” Santa Claus. 

Perhaps the most iconic department store Santa is Kris Kringle in the 1947 classic Santa Claus movie “Miracle on 34 Street.” A young Natalie Wood plays a little girl who believes Kris Kringle when he says he is the real Santa Claus.

If you can't visit Santa this year, keep the dream alive with this colorful puzzle.

The perfect gift for Christmas wooden puzzlers, Santa fans, and Christmas Wooden Puzzle enthusiasts, this traditional Christmas wooden puzzle can be done time and again. Our Christmas wooden puzzle artists have included many whimsy shaped Christmas wooden puzzle pieces that match the theme of the painting, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the Christmas wooden puzzle together. 

  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Irregular Edge for a Little More Challenge
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 374
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" Diameter
  • Artist: © Tina Higgins
  • Serial #: NPL22-374-551
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Shaped
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • Christmas Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
  • Serial #: NPL22-374-551
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 374
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" Diameter
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Tina Higgins

Tina Higgins is an accomplished British artist whose work blends elements of abstraction and figurative expression to explore themes of human connection, vulnerability, and personal transformation. Using a diverse range of media including painting, sculpture, and mixed media installations, Higgins creates pieces that are both introspective and emotive. Her art often plays with the contrast between bold, dynamic shapes and subtle, delicate details, inviting viewers to explore the complex layers of the human experience. These visual narratives, which feel personal and universal, create a profound connection between the artist and her audience.

Having been raised in the United Kingdom, Higgins' early exposure to the rich cultural landscape of Britain deeply influenced her artistic practice. She pursued formal education in Fine Arts, where she developed her distinctive approach to blending traditional techniques with contemporary themes. As her career progressed, Higgins began exhibiting her work internationally, earning widespread acclaim for her ability to convey deep emotional resonance through abstract forms. Her pieces have been featured in numerous galleries and collections across Europe and beyond, solidifying her place as a prominent figure in the global contemporary art scene.

Tina Higgins' creative process is deeply rooted in exploration and emotional expression. She often draws inspiration from personal experiences, psychological states, and interactions with the world around her, allowing her work to evolve organically. For Higgins, art is both a means of self-discovery and a way to communicate universal truths. Her ongoing exploration of materials and forms and the organic evolution of her work continue to push the boundaries of her artistic practice, with each piece serving as a testament to the power of creativity and the human spirit.

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