Stan The Man - 250 Piece Baseball 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.

On May 1, 1954, “Stan The Man” Musial appeared on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post. The painting done by John Falter depicts the Cardinals legend signing autographs for a group of young fans.

Stanley Frank Musial nicknamed Stan the Man, was an American baseball outfielder and first baseman. He spent 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) playing for the St Louis Cardinals from 1941 to 1944 and 1946 to 1963. Considered to be one of the greatest hitters in baseball history, Musial was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969.

At the time of his retirement in 1963, he held or shared 17 major league records, 29 National League records, and nine All-Star Game records. He was known for his modesty and sportsmanship, and President Barack Obama presented Musial with the Presidential medal of Freedom in February 2011.

The perfect gift for baseball wooden jigsaw puzzlers and sports fans, this traditional adult baseball wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our baseball wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many baseball themed shaped whimsy baseball wooden jigsaw puzzle pieces that match the subject of the image, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the baseball wooden jigsaw puzzle together.
 
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 250
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 11" X 11"
  • Artist: John Falter
  • Serial #: NPL20-250-292D
  • Design Cut Style: Classic
  • Difficulty: Level 2
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults
  • Serial #: NPL20-250-292D
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 250
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 11" X 11"
  • Design Cut Style: Classic
  • Difficulty: Level 2

John Falter

John Philip Falter, a prominent American illustrator, was born in 1910 in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, and raised in Falls City. His father, a businessman, ran a clothing store in the small town. As a high school student, Falter's artistic talent was evident when he created a comic strip, Down Thru the Ages, which was published in the Falls City Journal. Encouraged by Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist J. N. 'Ding' Darling, Falter pursued art studies at the Kansas City Art Institute and later at the Art Students League in New York City. During the Great Depression, he began illustrating for pulp magazines and eventually opened a studio in New Rochelle, New York, a hub for illustrators like Norman Rockwell. 

Falter's career gained momentum with commissions from Liberty magazine and advertising clients such as Gulf Oil and Arrow Shirts. In 1943, he enlisted in the Navy, creating over 300 recruiting posters and a series on Medal of Honor recipients for Esquire. That same year, he painted his first cover for The Saturday Evening Post, leading to a 25-year relationship during which he produced 129 covers. With its panoramic compositions depicting American life, from small-town scenes to bustling city streets, Falter's work left an indelible mark on American art, and his influence can still be felt today. 

As illustration opportunities declined with the rise of photography, Falter shifted focus to portraiture and book illustration, painting figures like Louis Armstrong and Olivia de Havilland. In the 1970s, he created a series of historical paintings for the American Bicentennial and produced over 200 Western-themed artworks. Falter was inducted into the Society of Illustrators' Hall of Fame in 1976 and became a member of the National Academy of Western Art in 1978. He passed away in 1982, leaving behind a legacy celebrated in institutions like the Museum of Nebraska Art and the John Philip Falter Museum in Falls City.