Times of the Day by Alphonse Mucha (539 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle)

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Alfons Maria Mucha, known internationally as Alphonse Mucha, was one of the most famous Art Nouveau painters, although being associated...
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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.
Alfons Maria Mucha, known internationally as Alphonse Mucha, was one of the most famous Art Nouveau painters, although being associated with that movement frustrated him no end. He asked at one point, "What is it, Art Nouveau? Art can never be new..." and took much more pride in his work as a history painter.

The Times of the Day series was painted in 1899 when Mucha was at the height of his career. These panels illustrate all the typical qualities of the Mucha painting – the beautiful women with suggestive gestures, the decorative use of flowers and flowing hair, the subtle yet striking colors. They all combine to create a compelling harmony of vision whose intention is to inspire and elevate the observer.

The eagle eyed among you will notice that the four tapestries are not exactly equal in length. This is not a mistake in the image, it is simply a fact that when the company produced the tapestries for Mucha they weren't really precise in the sizes they used, and as each image in the series was produced as a different tapestry, at different times, they are slightly off in their sizing.

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers, fans of Art Nouveau and Mucha paintings, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many shaped whimsy wooden jigsaw puzzle pieces that match the Art Nouveau style of the image, 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
  • Number of Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces: 539
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 19" X 13"
  • Artist: Alphonse Mucha
  • Serial #: NP21-539-354
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults
  • Serial #: NP21-539-354
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 539
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 19" X 13"
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Alphonse Mucha

Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter and decorative artist best known for his iconic contributions to the Art Nouveau movement. His work, characterized by intricate lines, soft color palettes, and ethereal female figures, became synonymous with the visual style of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mucha's distinctive aesthetic graced posters, advertisements, book illustrations, and architectural designs, blending fine art with commercial appeal in a way that transformed popular visual culture.

Born in 1860 in Moravia, Mucha began his artistic journey with formal studies in Munich and later Paris, where he immersed himself in the thriving art scene. His breakthrough came in 1894 with a poster for the actress Sarah Bernhardt, which launched him into instant fame and marked the beginning of a long collaboration. Although celebrated for his decorative work, Mucha's dedication to his heritage and higher ideals was most evident in his later years. He focused on the monumental Slav Epic series, a project that depicted the history and mythology of the Slavic peoples and showcased his deep respect for his roots.

Mucha's influence endures far beyond his own era. He shaped the Art Nouveau movement and left a lasting mark on graphic design and illustration. His ability to harmonize beauty, symbolism, and accessibility established him as a pioneer of modern visual communication, a role that continues to be appreciated and celebrated today. Alphonse Mucha's legacy lives on in museums, private collections, and the continuing admiration of artists and designers inspired by his visionary work.