Make real works of art with these puzzles
2.1.2025
Translation: Megan Cornish
Puzzles are more than just a way to pass the time – they can be art! Here’s a selection that will fit into your home like mini masterpieces.
Why settle for ordinary puzzles like the Matterhorn or a Hawaiian beach? From nostalgic retro illustrations to contemporary designs, these puzzles are more than just a pastime. They’re pieces of art you can put together piece by piece.
Retro illustrations
Cavallini puzzles take you back in time. With detailed botanical and zoological motifs, they look like pages from an antique textbook. They’re characterised by precise, realistic illustrations with strong colours and delicate lines. Perfect for plant-studded surroundings.
Source: Cavallini
Plant lovers
Those who prefer something more modern will love contemporary plant designs. The hidden object pictures showcase the diverse fauna that nature has to offer.
Source: Abrams & Chronicle
Traditional paper cut art
Tradition meets art: silhouette-style puzzles are more than just designs – they tell stories. From alpine ascents to traditional scenes reminiscent of Switzerland, the high-contrast black and white designs look like timeless paintings. Perfect for bringing a piece of Swissness into your living room.
Source: wandtattoo.ch
Art meets puzzles
If you prefer playful and artistic puzzles, you should take a look at these. Spanish artist Mia Charro captures a sweet, almost magical mood with her animal designs, while Annie Soudain shows the beauty of nature with expressive paintings.
Source: Heye
Jigsaw puzzles
Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Annie Soudain: Late Frost (500 Pieces): 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzles
500 pieces
Photos that are a little bit different
Photographer Gray Malin captures crowds of people from a bird’s eye view and turns ordinary holiday photos into unique works of art. The 500-piece puzzles are double-sided.
Source: Abrams & Chronicle
Masochistic motifs
If you want your puzzles to be an outlet for a hidden fetish rather than wall art, these designs are just the thing. Uniform colour schemes test not only your patience, but also your persistence. A real challenge.
Source: Ravensburger
Was the black 1,000-piece puzzle so easy that you completed it blindfolded? Then take a look at these puzzles. Three of them have over 40 000 pieces! 40 000!
Header image: Abrams & Chronicle
Painting the walls just before handing over the flat? Making your own kimchi? Soldering a broken raclette oven? There's nothing you can't do yourself. Well, perhaps sometimes, but I'll definitely give it a try.