You want a really, really hard challenge? Arrange 2000 pieces of an art puzzle and create an amazing painting. Call in your gang of friends and turn dull hours into quality time with your loved ones.
John William Waterhouse’s 2000 piece puzzle – Ulysses and the Sirens helps you discover the beauty and sophistication of the Pre-Raphaelite current. Waterhouse’s painting celebrates the consummate craftsmanship of the renowned artist. The work has enjoyed enormous success since its first public showing in 1891
The picture depicts an episode from the travels of the Greek hero Ulysses, as told in Homer’s Odyssey. The mermaids try to lure Ulysses’ crew into the waters of death with their enchanting songs. Ulysses wants to hear them and in order to avoid following them, he makes the decision to be tied to the mast.
Solving this 2000 piece puzzle Ulysses and the Sirens is like reading a fascinating chapter from Homer’s Odyssey. Take the challenge and create from an art puzzle a stunning scene.
You can use a standard coffee table for assembly. The dimensions of the reconstructed image are 96 x 68 cm. More information about the 2000 piece puzzle John William Waterhouse – Ulysses and the Sirens can be found below:
Puzzle material
high quality blue cardboard
sustainable, recyclable materials
semi-gloss finish, bright colours
Number of puzzle pieces: 2000
Recommended age: 14+
3 signs you’re ready to tackle a 2000 piece puzzle
Still having doubts about tackling a 2000 piece puzzle? If you recognize the 3 signs below, then you’re ready to take puzzle games to the next level:
You’ve already solved many 1000 piece puzzles If you’re already experienced in putting together 1000 piece puzzles that you solve easily and no longer find them unfinishable, you can take heart and venture into completing your first 2000 piece puzzle.
You’re a master strategist. Do you like to strategize and have the best ways to complete the puzzle frame? As soon as the frame is ready, do you easily find the right pieces and compose the 1000 puzzle images without difficulty? Then it’s time to take on a new challenge: puzzle 2000 pieces.
You have an iron patience and nothing can distract you from your goal. You’ve trained your patience and concentration for a long time, and now you’re reaping the rewards of sharp skills. Do you find it easy to solve a 1000 piece puzzle and feel you can do more? Puzzle 2000 pieces takes your passion for puzzles to the next level.
Did you know that…?
The depiction of mermaids was the most controversial aspect of Waterhouse’s painting? For the Victorian era, winged mermaids were a surprise. They expected to see soft nymphs, as was the style of the time.
Apparently the winged mermaid pattern was taken by the artist from classical Greek vessels.
John William Waterhouse was born in Rome but lived in Britain all his life.
The artist is famous for his paintings of themes from Greek mythology and the Legends of King Arthur.
The exact date of his birth is not known. However, it is known that he was baptised on 6 April 1849.
John William Waterhouse Art Puzzle – Ulysses and the Sirens for Deep Relaxation
The effects of puzzle games on mental health are undeniable. This activity involving iron patience and maximum concentration helps you to relax deeply. The effects of putting together the image of the 2000 piece puzzle are similar to meditation.
Your mind frees itself from everyday worries and focuses on a single task: to recreate the 2000-piece puzzle art picture. When you place the last piece of the puzzle, you experience a unique sense of inner satisfaction. In addition, you feel more optimistic and in a very good mood.
Choose this fascinating Ulysses and the Mermaids art puzzle and complete the picture together with your best friends. Organize puzzle nights and really connect with the dearest people in your life.
If you want to have many hours of relaxing fun, John William Waterhouse’s 2000 piece puzzle – Ulysses and the Mermaids is the perfect choice. Want your friends to remember you? Give them a gift that will seriously test their attention to detail and patience: the John William Waterhouse – Ulysses and the Mermaids art puzzle!
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