Garden Lady (47 Pieces) by Charles Robinson, Mini Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle

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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.

Charles Robinson was a prolific British book illustrator active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Hew was the son of an illustrator, and two of his brothers also became  illustrators. He illustrated many famous children’s Classics of the time, like The Secret Garden and The Big Book of Fables.  This mini wooden jigsaw puzzle image shows a beautiful pensive lady looking out over her garden on her way to afternoon tea.

The perfect gift for mini wooden jigsaw puzzlers, British art enthusiasts, fans of Art Nouveau, this traditional adult mini wooden jigsaw can be done time and again. Our mini wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many flower shaped whimsy 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 mini wooden jigsaw puzzle together.

  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 47
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 6" X 4"
  • Artist: Charles Robinson
  • Serial #: NP18-47-051M
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 1
  • Made in the USA
  • Mini Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Serial #: NP18-47-051M
  • Made in the USA

Charles Robinson

Charles Robinson was an English illustrator and painter born in London in 1870, best known for his richly detailed and imaginative illustrations for children's books. He came from an artistic family, with his brothers Thomas Heath Robinson and William Heath Robinson becoming noted illustrators. Their father, a successful artist, played a significant role in nurturing their talents. Charles, in particular, developed his skills early, influenced by his father's work and the creative environment at home. Although he initially trained as a printer's apprentice, he pursued evening classes in art and soon found work illustrating books, a field in which he would gain wide acclaim during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.

Robinson's first major success came with his illustrations for A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1895, which established his reputation for lyrical, intricate imagery. His style often featured delicate linework, elaborate decorative borders, and a whimsical, dreamlike quality that perfectly complemented the era's fascination with fantasy and fairy tales. Over his career, he illustrated more than one hundred books, including works by well-known authors such as Hans Christian Andersen, Christina Rossetti, and Lewis Carroll. For instance, his illustrations for Andersen's 'The Little Mermaid' and Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' brought to life a world of enchanted gardens, magical creatures, and ethereal landscapes.

In addition to book illustration, Robinson also painted and exhibited watercolors, and his artistic interests expanded into poster design and decorative arts. His work was significantly influenced by the Art Nouveau movement and the Pre-Raphaelites, blending beauty, narrative, and fine craftsmanship. Charles Robinson continued to create enchanting art throughout his life until his death in 1937, leaving behind a legacy of illustrations that continue to charm and inspire lovers of classic children's literature.