New Sealed Vintage 1994 Jackson Pollack "Convergence" 1000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle. The image shows a completed 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle depicting Jackso

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New Sealed Vintage 1994 Jackson Pollack "Convergence" 1000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle. The image shows a completed 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle depicting Jackson Pollock's painting "Convergence." This puzzle, produced by Pomegranate, is known for its difficulty due to the abstract nature of the artwork, featuring a complex network of splattered and dripped paint in various colors, including black, white, orange, yellow, and blue. The puzzle's pieces are ribbon-cut and made from thick, recycled paper board, ensuring a snug fit and minimal dust. Finished puzzles measure approximately 20 x 25 inches. "Convergence" was originally released as a 340-piece puzzle in 1964 and was advertised as "the world's most difficult puzzle." The image shows a jigsaw puzzle featuring Jackson Pollock's painting "Convergence." This artwork is known for its abstract expressionist style, characterized by a complex network of dripped and splattered paint in various colors, including black, white, orange, yellow, and blue. "Convergence" became a popular jigsaw puzzle in 1964 when Springbok Editions released a 340-piece version, which was marketed as "the most difficult jigsaw puzzle in the world". The image shows a more recent 1000-piece version of the puzzle, which is considered even more challenging. Pomegranate also produces a 1000-piece version of the puzzle. The abstract nature of the painting, with its lack of distinct shapes and patterns, makes assembling the puzzle particularly difficult. Despite the challenge, many people find the puzzle engaging and appreciate the high quality of the pieces and the clear image reproduction. Convergence" is an abstract expressionist painting by Jackson Pollock, created in 1952. It is one of Pollock's large-scale drip paintings, measuring approximately 9 feet by 13 feet. The painting is characterized by a dense network of overlapping lines and splatters of various colors, including black, white, orange, yellow, and blue. Some key aspects of "Convergence" include: Technique: Pollock created the painting by dripping and pouring paint onto a canvas laid on the floor. This technique allowed him to move around the canvas and work from all sides, creating a sense of all-over composition. Meaning: "Convergence" is often interpreted as an expression of freedom and individualism. It was created during the Cold War era, a time of political tension and social conformity in the United States, and it can be seen as a rebellion against these constraints. Materials: Pollock incorporated unconventional materials into his paintings, including house paint and enamel, and even found objects like nails and coins. Reception:"Convergence" was initially met with mixed reviews, with some critics questioning its artistic merit. However, it has since become recognized as one of Pollock's most important works and a landmark of abstract expressionism. Legacy: "Convergence" has had a lasting impact on the art world, influencing subsequent generations of artists and inspiring new approaches to painting. It is now housed at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York.