D.C. Cherry Blossoms (325 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle)

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The National Cherry Blossom Festival takes place in spring every year in Washington D.C. and celebrates the gift in 1912...
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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.
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  • The puzzles are precision laser cut with advanced technology, ensuring every piece fits together perfectly for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

The National Cherry Blossom Festival takes place in spring every year in Washington D.C. and celebrates the gift in 1912 from the city of Tokyo, of some beautiful Japanese Cherry Trees.

The blossoms range from white to a darker pink to pale grey and can be seen around the Tidal Basin, the Washington Monument, and into East Potomac Park.

More than 700,000 people visit Washington D.C. each year just to see the cherry blossoms, and enjoy the festivities, and this lovely image shows the trees in full bloom at sunset. 

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers, Washington DC and Cherry Blossom fans, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our puzzle artists have included many Springtime themed whimsy wooden jigsaw puzzle pieces that match the subject of the photograph, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the wooden jigsaw puzzle together. 
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Irregular Edge to make it more challenging
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 325
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 11.5” X 11.5”
  • Artist: © Ted Davis
  • Serial #: NPL21-325-369D
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 2
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 325
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 11.5” X 11.5”
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 2
  • Serial #: NPL21-325-369D
  • Made in the USA

Ted Davis

Ted Davis, born in New York City in 1908, was a renowned American painter whose evocative watercolors and abstract compositions captured the essence of urban life and coastal landscapes. His journey in art began at the Cooper Union Institute in the late 1920s, and he further honed his skills under the guidance of John J. Newman in the 1930s. After serving in World War II, Davis used the GI Bill to continue his studies in New York City, eventually becoming a student of Hans Hofmann in the early 1950s. From 1948 to 1992, he maintained studios in Manhattan and on Monhegan Island, Maine, where he immersed himself in the vibrant environments that would profoundly shape his work.
Davis's artistic journey was a fascinating evolution that spanned decades. His early works, influenced by Hofmann's 'push-pull' theory, used expressive brushstrokes to suggest forms rather than define them explicitly. By the 1960s, his paintings featured prismatic layers of translucent color, creating compositions where elements like fish shacks, boats, and buoys emerged from interlocking blocks of hue. A recurring motif in his later work was the seagulls of Monhegan Island, affectionately referred to as 'boids,' each imbued with distinct personalities, reflecting his fascination with their freedom and the ever-changing island atmosphere.
Davis's work left an indelible mark on American art throughout his career. He received numerous accolades, including three awards from the National Society of Painters in Casein, including the Patrons Prize in 1957. His work was exhibited in prestigious venues such as the Brooklyn Museum's Twentieth Biennial International Exhibition in 1959 and the Butler Institute of American Art's 29th Annual Midyear Exhibition in 1964. Posthumously, his art was celebrated in a solo exhibition at the Farnsworth Art Museum in 1997. Today, his paintings are part of collections at institutions like the Portland Museum of Art, the Ogunquit Museum of American Art, and the Monhegan Museum. Davis passed away in 1995, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire appreciation for the interplay between abstraction and the natural world.