I quite like the work of the Austrian artist Gustav Klimt [1862-1918] He was fascinated by Impressionism, Symbolism and Art Nouveau and created some spectacular works. He painted naturalistic figures- but often against sensuous, complex backgrounds - with rich colours, geometric designs and using deep and bright colours. On Tuesday, one of his paintings sold for a record sum.
Two of the most well known are "Portrait of Emily Floge" and "The Kiss" So I was quite excited to spot a jigsaw, reduced to £1 in the Cancer Research Charity Shop. It was in a round box, and the label informed me it was double sided, 19" in diameter, and had 500 pieces. I already have some puzzles yet to do, but this was a bargain!
Inside the box is the sealed bag, a small information leaflet about Klimt - and a small brass screw. We have no idea what it is - and suspect it has nothing to do with the puzzle. But how did it get there? and what is it for?
Perhaps someone was clearing up the Christmas decorations and found it on the floor, so popped it in the box, and forgot about it.
Which side should I complete first? the blue Emilie, or the golden Kiss?


The loose screw is a mystery! I hope you have fun putting your puzzles together. :)
ReplyDeleteIt will be a good activity on cold evenings
DeleteWe have a place for loose screws etc. 'They might come in useful '. I find that only comes true after they've been thrown away.
ReplyDeleteBlue Emilia is my choice
How often have we kept something for ages, then wanted it the week AFTER we got rid of it?
DeleteBlue Emilie! I used to love the Past Times catalogue arriving!
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