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John Derian Paper Goods: Shells 1,000-Piece Puzzle
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This puzzle is ideal for enthusiasts of nature, art lovers, and those who enjoy immersive, detailed jigsaw challenges. It is well suited for adults and older teens who appreciate historical illustrations and high-quality craftsmanship.
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It s a beachcomber s fantasy come true. A faithful reproduction of a page from a nineteenth-century naturalist s encyclopedia, resplendent in its chromolithographic color and detail, Shells comes straight from the collection of John Derian, the artist and designer whose work with printed images of the past transports the viewer to another time and place. This impeccable arrangement of scallop shells will fill the puzzle doer s hours with the joy of immersing oneself in nature.Featuring: 1,000 full-color interlocking pieces Art print with puzzle image Finished puzzle is 18 7/8 x 26 3/8"
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Book Details
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ISBN: 9781648291777
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Format: Multiple-component retail product
Date Published: 21 June 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Artisan Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 56.0mm
Width: 196.0mm
Height: 274.0mm
Weight: 690g
Pages: 1000
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John Derian is an artist and designer who transforms printed images from the past, and in doing so transports the viewer to another world. He established John Derian Company Inc. in 1989, and his decoupage plates, platters, paperweights, coasters, and bowls are still entirely handmade in his studio in New York City, where he employs a small staff of artisans to assist with production. His designs are sold at upscale home stores, in catalogs, and at gift shops worldwide, and he has designed exclusive collections for Cisco Brothers, Astier de Villatte, Target, and more. His retail shops, studio, and homes have been featured in Vogue, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, The World of Interiors, Elle Decor, and Vanity Fair, among others.
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