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Quebec City Winter, Mini Luxury Puzzle
Quebec City Winter, Mini Luxury Puzzle
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Discover Quebec City in winter—a breathtaking transformation where Canada's oldest walled city becomes a magical winter wonderland straight from a European fairy tale. When snow blankets the cobblestone streets and festive lights illuminate the historic quarter, Quebec City reveals its most enchanting season, celebrating French-Canadian heritage with world-renowned winter festivals and holiday traditions.
As you piece together this puzzle, you'll spot the magnificent Château Frontenac draped in snow, its copper roof and castle-like turrets creating a fairy-tale silhouette against the winter sky. You'll also uncover the outdoor ice skating rink in Place D'Youville where locals and visitors glide across the ice surrounded by historic buildings, and the famous German Christmas Market (Marché de Noël allemand de Québec) that transforms the city into a European-style holiday celebration with wooden chalets selling crafts, treats, and warm mulled wine.
The puzzle captures the spectacular Hôtel de Glace (Ice Hotel) with its brilliant blue ice arches and frozen architecture that glow in the winter light, festive Christmas decorations including wreaths and garlands adorning the historic buildings, beautifully decorated Christmas trees sparkling with lights throughout the old quarter, and the thrilling toboggan slide at Dufferin Terrace where riders have been racing down the icy run since 1884. You'll find snow-covered rooftops on the colourful historic buildings, festive market stalls offering local crafts and seasonal treats, people bundled in winter coats enjoying the magical atmosphere, and the warm glow of lights from windows and street lamps creating a cozy ambiance against the snowy backdrop.
Quebec City is best experienced during the winter months from December through February when the Christmas markets are in full swing, the Quebec Winter Carnival brings ice sculptures and celebrations, and the city's European charm is amplified by the festive season. This winter wonderland represents the perfect holiday destination, where visitors can explore the snow-covered Château Frontenac in the morning, browse the German Christmas Market for handcrafted gifts and warm treats, ice skate in the historic square, race down the toboggan slide, marvel at the Hôtel de Glace ice structures, and enjoy traditional French-Canadian cuisine in a cozy bistro as snow falls gently outside. Whether you're drawn to the iconic snow-covered Château, the festive Christmas markets, the thrilling toboggan slide, the magical Hôtel de Glace, or the enchanting winter atmosphere, Quebec City in winter embodies the charm of a European Christmas in the heart of Canada.
Puzzle Details
150 pieces
Finished size: 4" x 6"
High-quality chipboard pieces
Comes in a metal tin for storage
About the Artwork
Original handmade marker sketch created with Copic and Winsor Newton markers, signed by artist Wynand van Niekerk.
Packaging
Packaged in a durable metal tin, perfect for gifting or keeping your puzzle pieces organized.
© Wynand van Niekerk. All rights reserved.
Materials
Materials
Alcohol based markers, Copic markers, Winsor and Newton markers, Farber Castell fine liners and card
Shipping
Shipping
Free Domestic & International shipping
Dimensions
Dimensions
Prints available in 4 sizes: 5'x7', 8'x10'. 9'x12', 11'x14'
Originals available in 9'x12' only
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
It's important that you should care for your fine art prints just as you would any delicate and valuable artwork. With proper handling, your prints will remain in pristine condition for many years to come.
Follow these recommendations:
Handling
Natural skin oils or other contaminants can easily transfer to the print. As a preventative measure, we recommend washing your hands before touching the print. Use both hands and support the back of the print when picking it up.
Never attempt to rub the surface of the image with your finger or fingernail as this could scratch the surface of the print.
Exposure to Elements
Keep your print out of direct sunlight. Even the best quality materials are subject to cracking or fading if exposed to prolonged periods of sunlight. Although normal incandescent light bulbs do not present a problem, fluorescent lights do emit harmful ultraviolet rays.
Hang your print away from areas where airborne grime, dust and pollutants such as cigarette smoke can leave a discolouring residue.
Avoid extreme fluctuations in moisture and temperature. Excessive fluctuations between dryness and humidity, or extreme heat and cold can negatively affect the state of your print. Museums keep the temperature generally around 18 degrees Celsius and a relative humidity of 40%. If the humidity is too high, be on the lookout for mold.
Framing
When framing your print use a good quality glass specifically designed for protecting fine art and photographic images. We also recommend using an acid-free archival mat to prevent the print and glass from touching. Like many artworks, an original is sensitive to light. Please ensure that your framer uses UV resistant/museum glass when framing. This glass will protect the artwork against direct or indirect light for years to come.
Storage
To prevent accidents, store your print away from anything that might press against the image surface. Some objects may not seem sharp enough to damage the print, but you'd be surprised at what will cause a scratch, a tear, or a rip.
Do not stack prints on top of each other. Separate them with pieces of acid-free paper to avoid damage.
Wrap your print well if you plan to transport it. Be sure to put a piece of acid-free paper over the front to protect the print. Rough handling can damage the print so pack it securely.
Do not cover your print with plastic for long periods of time. If there is humidity in the air, the mold may begin to grow. Cotton, acid-free sheets are the best for keeping dust away.
Cleaning
The print should be dusted with a clean, soft rag, to prevent dust buildup. Never use cleaning products or water as this may permanently damage the print.
Do not blow on your print as you may inadvertently deposit water droplets that can mark your print.
If using compressed air, apply short bursts while keeping the nozzle at least 12" back from the face of the print.
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