The Exchange (458 Piece 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.
The stock market has been on many people's minds these last couple of years as we try to work through the volatility of the Bull and Bear market, but where did the Bull and Bear get their names?

"Bear" and "Bull" are often used to describe an individual asset or the stock market's general actions, attitudes, or sentiments. Likewise, investors use the terms "Bearish" or "Bullish" as a quick way to describe their market sentiment regarding financial markets or specific securities.

A Bear market refers to a decline in prices, usually for a few months, in a single security or asset, group of securities, or the securities market as a whole. In contrast, a Bull market is when prices are rising. Typically, a 20% or more move from a recent peak or trough triggers an "official" Bear or Bull market.

The terms "Bear" and "Bull" derive from how each animal attacks its opponents. A bull will thrust its horns into the air, while a bear will swipe downward. These actions were then related metaphorically to the movement of a market. If the trend was up, it was considered a Bull market. If the direction was down, it was a Bear market.

Historically, the distributors of bearskins would sell skins they had yet to receive. They would speculate on the future purchase price of these skins from the trappers, hoping prices would drop. The trappers would profit from a spread—the difference between the cost and selling prices. These middlemen became known as "bears," short for bearskin jobbers, and the term stuck for describing a downturn in the market. Conversely, because bears and bulls were widely considered opposites due to the once-popular sport of bull-and-bear fights, the term bull stands for the opposite of bears.

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers and Jacek Yerka enthusiasts, 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 theme of the image. 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: 544
  • Completed Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle Size: 15.5" X 12.5"
  • Artist: ©Jacek Yerka
  • Serial #: NPL22-458-572
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
  • Serial #: NPL22-458-572
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 544
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" X 12.5"
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Jacek Yerka

Jacek Yerka, born in 1952 in Toruń, Poland, is a celebrated surrealist painter renowned for his intricate and imaginative compositions. Raised in an artistic family, Yerka was immersed in the world of art from an early age, with both parents being graduates of a local fine arts academy. His early fascination with drawing and sculpting laid the foundation for a career blending meticulous technique with boundless creativity. Yerka's work often features fantastical landscapes, whimsical architecture, and dreamlike scenes that challenge the boundaries between reality and imagination.

Yerka's dedication to his unique style paid off, as he gained international recognition for his work. Despite pressures from instructors to adopt contemporary abstract styles, he remained committed to the detailed realism reminiscent of the Flemish masters. Graduating in 1976, he initially gained recognition through poster exhibitions before dedicating himself entirely to painting in 1980. His unique style, influenced by artists like Hieronymus Bosch and Jan van Eyck, garnered international acclaim, leading to exhibitions across Europe and the United States.

Throughout his career, Yerka's art has been celebrated for its fusion of the fantastical with the familiar. He often draws inspiration from his childhood memories and the Polish countryside. In 1995, he received the prestigious World Fantasy Award for Best Artist, a significant recognition in the art world for his contributions to the art world. Yerka continues to create from his home in rural Poland, where he lives with his wife and four daughters, inviting viewers into his richly detailed and surreal worlds.