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Mona Lisa

Name: LEGO Mona Lisa 31213
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 31213
Rating: 4.82 (1506 reviews)

73 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB20241,503 pcsHigh agreement · 97%

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Owner ratings

1.5K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"With a BrickScore of 73.4 and an owner average of 4.82 across more than 1,500 ratings, the Mona Lisa is a well-loved LEGO Art set that excels as display decor, though the absence of a Da Vinci minifigure and a frame build some find repetitive keep it from matching the highest marks earned by its sibling, the Starry Night."

The LEGO Art Mona Lisa earns a Recommended rating with a BrickScore of 73.4, driven by enthusiastic owner responses across 1,506 ratings averaging 4.82 out of 5. Reviewers consistently praised the striking gold frame construction and the satisfying layered build process that recreates Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece in brick form. The display appeal scores highest among all aspects (81.9), and the majority of owners would recommend it, though only 66% endorsed the value proposition, which tempers an otherwise warm reception.

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LOVED (6)

01Ornate gold LEGO-brick frame that looks luxurious and distinctive on display
02Layered mosaic build technique that creates visible depth and reveals the painting gradually
03Thoughtful details including the hinged index finger piece and choice between printed or blank eye options
04Built-in hanging hardware and sturdy construction suitable for wall mounting
05Companion audio commentary from a designer and Mona Lisa experts included with the set
06Versatile display options: can be hung on a wall or displayed shelf-style like a book nook

CRITICIZED (6)

01Occasional damaged or blemished pieces reported, including gold tiles with visible flaws
02Frame construction is described as tedious, especially the half-round pieces
03No Leonardo da Vinci minifigure, unlike the Van Gogh Starry Night set which included one
04Dark-colored sections in the instructions make distinguishing similar bricks difficult
05Hanging hook can be tricky to adjust on the wall
06Final piece looks smaller than some buyers expect from the box photography

What reviewers are saying

"if you're a fan of Renaisssance art I would highly recommend picking this set up"

The Brothers Brick

"I've built 2 of these already: 21333-1 The Starry Night and 31208-1 Hokusai - The Great Wave. When I heard the rumours for an upcoming Mona Lisa I was very excited to see this painting in LEGO form."

Rebrickable Reviews

"this thing's like 95% excellent but that last 5% really ruins it for me"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

LEGO Ideas 21333 Starry Night — Part of the same LEGO Art line introducing iconic replicas of famous paintings.

LEGO 31208 The Great Wave of Kanagawa — Part of the same LEGO Art line introducing iconic replicas of famous paintings.

21333-1 The Starry Night — Reviewer has built this set before and is comparing it as part of the LEGO Art painting series; both are famous paintings converted to LEGO

31208-1 Hokusai - The Great Wave — Reviewer has built this set before; part of the LEGO Art painting series

ArtTier 1Investment Grade

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Consensus

BUY

The Brothers Brick

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BUY

"if you're a fan of Renaisssance art I would highly recommend picking this set up"

Key Pros

✓Accurate representation of the original painting considering the LEGO medium
✓Thoughtful color choices reflecting the original artwork's appearance when freshly painted rather than faded
✓Modular frame design that can be reused for custom LEGO art

Key Cons

✕Mona Lisa's iconic smile doesn't translate especially well to the printed 2×2 tile

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Editorial Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓Beautiful, even gold frame finish suitable for other paintings and MOCs
✓Well-chosen color transitions for the background landscape
✓Layering technique creates depth

Key Cons

✕The smile print looks like a placeholder design and clashes with the rest of the set
✕No choice for mouth appearance (unlike eyes)

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WAIT FOR SALE

"this thing's like 95% excellent but that last 5% really ruins it for me"

Key Pros

✓Excellent 2.5D/2.5 Dimension build technique
✓Frame construction is tightly repeating and well-designed
✓Hand detail is simple but elegant with nice geometry

Key Cons

✕Face printing appears creepy with disproportionate forehead
✕Eyes do not actually follow the viewer around the room as claimed

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Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: Standard LEGO retail release (wide retail availability starting October 1st)

Rebrickable Reviews: Available through wide LEGO Shop retail across multiple countries

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Over 300 metallic gold elements
Used to create the fancy detailed frame, making it a significant gold-focused parts pack.
6 16×16 tan plates
Form the base canvas for the artwork.
Tiles of various sizes and orientations
Create the distinctive cracked, weathered canvas effect in the sky.
Printed elements for eyes and mouth
Include both expressive printed options and blank alternatives for customization.
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Reddish Brown Eye, Nougat Eyebrow print (11477pr9997)
New print specific to this set for Mona Lisa's eyes
Tile 1 x 3 with Reddish Brown Eye, Nougat Eyebrow print (63864pr9996)
New print specific to this set for Mona Lisa's eyes

What Owners Say · summarized from 60 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise the Mona Lisa set as a beautiful, enjoyable build with stunning frame and thoughtful design, though some report frustrating structural issues with back panels and side pieces not staying together.

COMMON PRAISE

+Beautiful frame with detailed gold pieces and luxurious appearance
+Enjoyable, meditative build experience with satisfying layer-by-layer assembly
+Accurate, detailed artwork that looks stunning displayed and worthy of gallery space
+Clear, well-organized instructions with discrete steps for frame, canvas, and painting

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Back panels and support structures do not stay in place and keep popping or falling off during and after build
−Structural integrity issues with sides coming apart repeatedly, making assembly frustrating
−Some pieces missing or damaged on arrival in certain units
−Very small size limits visual impact as a statement piece for some buyers

Art display and decorationMeditative building experienceStructural durability concernsFrame design excellenceAdult and family appeal

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.9

872 reviews

95%