Zag-Zaw line of puzzles was first produced in 1909, most incorporate figurals or whimsies, sold in red, orange, or occasionally green boxes with labels on the side or bottom of the box, most without guide pictures. Initially cut non-interlocking but by 1930's became more so. Puzzles have a different cuts so that the same image will come in several versions which means that missing pieces can not be taken from other puzzles with the same image. The puzzle labels are often hand written and come with minor variations in titles and details. Some have a DESIGN category on the label. From my readings this refers to the style of cut, wavy lines, figurals, etc. See also Bob Armstrong's website on old jigsaw puzzles
Title
EARLY BIRDS, an old man in a four poster bed with a boy and girl offering gifts
Item Comment
About 150 pieces, including 24 whimsies. Cut in wood in a pushfit style. Complete with one replacement piece, boxed and labelled. Puzzle information and photos from his collection posted by Grenville Oliver.
