the course of empire

Description

Hand-cut art wooden jigsaw puzzle of circa 650 pieces - Made in France and environmentally friendly.

Thomas Cole, a major figure of American Romanticism and founder of the Hudson Valley School, painted The Course of Empire - The Consummation in 1836. This is one of a series of paintings illustrating the cycle of a civilization, here at its apogee, with a prosperous, sumptuous city symbolizing excess and imminent decline. As you piece together this puzzle, you will explore the rich details of the citys architecture, characters and landscapes.

Size: 17.5x12' approx.