Ricordi, the Italian fine art publisher and puzzle maker with roots dating back to 1808, offers a wide range of high-quality jigsaw puzzles focused on artistic and educational themes. 

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The collections primarily feature reproductions of famous artworks from classical, modern, and contemporary periods, alongside educational and scientific illustrations publishing puzzles based on 994 artworks across these categories, emphasizing vibrant colors, thick puzzle boards, and precise interlocking pieces for an enhanced assembly experience. 

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Ricordi Arte is their main brand for fine art puzzles, with Art Stones serving as a budget-friendly sub-line. 

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Puzzles typically range from 500 to 2000 pieces, with common sizes from 30 x 40 cm to 70 x 100 cm, or larger for educational posters-turned-puzzles.

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Notable Puzzle Collections

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Ricordi's offerings can be broadly grouped into two main collections: the Fine Art series (often labeled as "Museum Puzzle Ricordi Art Collection" or "Editions Ricordi") and the Educational & Scientific series. 

 

1. Fine Art Collection

This is Ricordi's flagship series, transforming iconic paintings into puzzles. It spans various art movements and artists, making it a virtual tour of art history—from Renaissance masters to modern abstract works. Puzzles in this collection are praised for their vivid reproduction and challenging yet rewarding assembly.

 

     Notable sub-themes include Impressionism, Surrealism, Abstract, and more, with artists like Monet, Dali, and Kandinsky frequently featured.

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Art Movement/Theme Notable Puzzles (examples) Piece Count Notes

 

Impressionism Claude Monet - Water Lilies 1000 Depicts serene lily ponds; high-gloss finish for detail. 

Claude Monet - Impression, Sunrise 1000 Iconic harbor scene that named the movement. 

Claude Monet - Les Coquelicots (Poppies) 1000 Vibrant field of poppies from 1873. 

Post-Impressionism Paul Gauguin - Ia Orana Maria (Hail Mary) 1000 Tahitian religious scene; rare 1997 edition. 

Surrealism Salvador Dali - Girl at the Window 1000 Dreamlike coastal view. 

Salvador Dali - The Temptation of St. Anthony (elephant-themed surreal landscape) 500-1000 Features elongated elephants; challenging gradients.

Abstract Wassily Kandinsky - Yellow-Red-Blue 1000 Colorful geometric composition. 

Wassily Kandinsky - Untitled, 1923 2000 Vibrant and non-representational; excellent quality noted by puzzlers. 

Expressionism Edvard Munch - The Girls on the Bridge 1000 Emotional bridge scene; recent puzzler favorite.

Renaissance/Baroque Pieter Bruegel - The Tower of Babel 2000 Detailed biblical tower construction. 

Caravaggio - Basket of Fruit (Canestra di Frutta) 1000 Realistic still life. 

Other Notable Gustav Klimt - The Kiss (Der Kuss) 1000 Golden embrace; popular for its intricate patterns. 

Francesco Hayez - The Kiss 1000 Romantic 19th-century Italian scene. 

Edgar Degas – Ballerina 1000 Graceful dancer with bouquet. 

Frederic Leighton - Flaming June 1000 Sleeping woman in orange; 200th anniversary edition. 

Marc Chagall - Lovers in the Landscape 500-1000 Dreamy couple with goat and flowers.

Fantasy/Contemporary Jose del Nido - Raven Queen 1000 Modern fantasy illustration. 

Salvador Dali - The Happy Unicorn 1500 Whimsical unicorn with tree branches.

 

2. Educational & Scientific Collection

 

This series focuses on informative illustrations for learning purposes, often oversized (e.g., 70cm x 100cm) and suitable for classrooms or home education. It includes anatomy, astronomy, biology, and other scientific topics, with puzzles made from recycled materials and strong interlocking designs.

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Theme Notable Puzzles (examples) Piece Count Notes

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Anatomy The Muscular System 1000 Detailed human muscle diagram; educational poster style. 

Crayfish Anatomy 1000 Biological dissection illustration. 

Astronomy The Planets 1000 Solar system overview; rare and hard-to-find. 

Biology Shrimp Species Chart 1000 Marine life identification guide. 

Other Vintage Cars / Race Cars 1000 Historical automotive illustrations; blends education with nostalgia. 

 

These collections are available through retailers like eBay, Etsy, Amazon, and specialty puzzle sites. 

 

Ricordi's puzzles are known for their durability and artistic fidelity, appealing to both art enthusiasts and educators.

 

If you're looking for specific availability or more details on a puzzle, checking the website site or major retailers is recommended. 

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