🌺🌺Vintage, Joseph K. Straus “Vase of Poppies” RARE, Wooden Puzzle 200+ 🌺🌺

Description: 🌺🌺RARE, Joseph K. Straus, “Vase of Poppies” Vintage Wooden puzzle. Over 200 pieces. This Highly Collectible, Hand-cut, Wooden puzzle was produced in the 1940’s-1950’s. Beautifully detailed portrait of a vase of Red poppies. This Unique floral puzzle is from the Joseph K. Straus earlier production series, which were packaged in mottled tan boxes with no picture. The puzzle is in very good condition, especially given its age, with some light wear and an aged scent. Note, there are a few missing small knobs that do not detract from the beauty of this puzzle. The Original box is in good overall condition, has some storage wear, tape residue, marks. All pieces are in a sealed bag. There may be some light glare/reflection or shadow on some photos. The listed item is Exactly what you’ll receive. See pictures. Joseph K. Straus set up his own puzzle business along with his wife, in Brooklyn, NY in 1933. For over 30 years they were a prolific producer of puzzles, especially after WW II. The firm closed in 1974 when the last family member retired. More durable than cardboard puzzles each wooden puzzle piece is stronger and rigid. They aren’t subject to wear and tear like cardboard pieces, which are known to degrade over time. Wooden puzzles will last for years and years to come. Many people have their wood puzzles for so long that they pass them down as family heirlooms. Wood puzzles can last for generations. This is a beautiful puzzle, produced in a bygone era, that would be a great addition for anyone that enjoys and appreciates vintage wooden puzzles.

Price: 39 USD

Location: Middletown, Maryland

End Time: 2024-12-08T12:20:36.000Z

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