The first thing to know about this LEGO Art Vincent van Gogh – Sunflowers build is its impressive size. It measures 21 inches high and 16 inches wide, which is approximately 60% the size of the original painting. This makes it large enough to be somewhat unwieldy when you pick it up, but perfect for displaying as a statement piece in your home.
Out March 1### LEGO Art Vincent van Gogh – Sunflowers
0$199.99 at LEGO StoreThis set is not just a playful tribute to one of the world's most famous artworks; it's designed to be taken seriously as a piece of art in its own right. LEGO's evolution from a mere adult curiosity to a respected adult hobby is evident in this set, which is meant to be proudly displayed in your living space.
LEGO Art Vincent van Gogh – Sunflowers
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Vincent van Gogh painted his iconic series of Sunflowers during his time in Arles, France, a period marked by prolific creativity. Van Gogh had a deep emotional connection to the sunflower, associating it with gratitude. He considered it his artistic muse, as he wrote in a letter to a friend:
"If [Georges] Jeannin has the peony, [Ernest] Quost the hollyhock, I indeed, before others, have taken the sunflower."
In August 1888, van Gogh created four versions of sunflowers in a vase, and revisited this theme in January 1889, producing a repetition of the third version and two different repetitions of the fourth version.
Among these seven paintings, the fourth version and its two repetitions are the most renowned. The original fourth version (F454) is showcased at the National Gallery in London, England. One repetition (F457) can be seen at the Sompo Museum of Art in Tokyo, Japan, while the other repetition (F458) – celebrated for its vibrant color composition – is displayed at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Established in 1973, the Van Gogh Museum collaborated with LEGO to bring us the LEGO Vincent van Gogh - Sunflowers set, a tribute to the F458 repetition. This set is crafted as a three-dimensional relief, using abstract pieces to mimic van Gogh's distinctive thick brushstrokes.
Upon opening the box, you'll find 34 numbered bags and a printed instruction booklet with a QR code. Scanning this code leads to a podcast that delves into van Gogh's life and the inspirations behind his work.
I found the build's real-world practicality to be a highlight. You start by constructing the painting's frame, which you can lean against the wall while you work on the canvas. The canvas, complete with the painting, is built next.
You complete the set by mounting the canvas into the frame and securing it with pins, adding a personal touch that mirrors the real-life process of staging and presentation. This enhances the set's perceived value and importance.
There's a delightful Easter egg hidden in the canvas' construction. Art experts discovered that van Gogh extended the height of the canvas with a wooden strip during the painting process to give the sunflowers more room. LEGO cleverly replicates this detail by having you build the canvas and then attach a separate strip at the top with pins. This detail, highlighted in red in the photo below, uses brown bricks to mimic wood.
This seemingly minor detail adds a layer of authenticity and exclusivity to the build. It's a subtle nod to the creative process that only the builder will appreciate, creating a unique connection to van Gogh's work.
Building the full-bloom sunflowers can be a bit tedious, but it's a necessary part of achieving the realistic look. The repetition mirrors van Gogh's meticulous approach. Take breaks and enjoy the process; this isn't a set to rush through.
I particularly enjoyed constructing the wilting flowers and those shown in profile. Initially, they seemed abstract, but stepping back reveals their purpose and beauty within the overall composition.
The most common question I get from fellow adults is, "Where do you put a LEGO set after you build it?" For this set, the answer is clear: on my dining room wall. This set is designed with a specific purpose in mind – to be displayed and enjoyed long after completion. A week after finishing it, I still find joy in discovering new three-dimensional details. This is the first great LEGO set of 2025, and I highly recommend it.
LEGO Vincent van Gogh - Sunflowers, Set #31215, retails for $199.99 and comprises 2615 pieces. It is available exclusively at the LEGO Store.
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