1000-piece Vincent van Gogh The Courtesan Jigsaw Puzzle

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A Puzzle Worth Framing 🖼️

This isn't just another addition to your collection of jigsaw puzzles. It's a 1000-piece journey into Van Gogh's fascinating exploration of Japanese aesthetics, rendered in all its vibrant, textured glory. When completed, the generous 735 x 510mm (29 x 20 inches) puzzle reveals every bold brushstroke and vivid hue, making it worthy of a puzzle frame and a permanent place on your wall.

The Art Behind the Pieces 🌸

Created in 1887 during Van Gogh's Paris period, The Courtesan represents a pivotal moment in art history when East met West on canvas. The painting showcases Van Gogh's deep admiration for Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, specifically reinterpreting a work by Keisai Eisen (1790-1842). What makes this piece particularly fascinating? Van Gogh didn't simply copy the original. He surrounded the courtesan with a decorative border featuring cranes, bamboo, water lilies and frogs, all iconic elements of Japanese art that he painted freehand, demonstrating his evolving artistic voice.

This period marked Van Gogh's transition from darker Dutch palette to the brilliant colours that would define his later masterpieces. The courtesan's elaborate costume, rendered in Van Gogh's distinctive impasto technique, creates a tactile quality that translates beautifully into jigsaw form, offering puzzlers an engaging challenge piece by piece.

Why We Love It 🧩

Premium quality pieces: Sturdy, precisely cut pieces that fit together seamlessly
Museum-worthy art: One of Van Gogh's most intriguing cultural crossover works
Eco-conscious crafting: FSC-certified materials throughout, zero plastic packaging
Display-ready dimensions: Perfect size for a puzzle frame once completed
Educational value: Includes fascinating context about the artwork