Does the LEGO Picture Frame include minifigures?

No. The set is entirely made up of building elements – there are no minifigures, since the focus is on the finished frame itself.

How many pieces does set 40173 have?

It has 268 pieces across 57 different parts, mostly in white, blue, red and lime.

Can I use my own photo in the frame?

Yes, the finished frame is designed to hold a photo you add yourself once the build is complete.

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Picture Frame

Set 40173 is not a vehicle or a building – it is a display piece you build yourself: a fully functional LEGO® picture frame made from 268 pieces. There are no minifigures here, just a graphic mix of white, blue, red and lime that turns 57 different parts into a frame you can actually use. Below you will find the complete parts list for every piece in the build.

Set number: 40173
Year: 2017
Pieces: 268
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Other
Different parts: 57

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 57

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Description

A frame that works, not just looks

Most LEGO sets end with a spaceship, a car or a building, but 40173 finishes as something you actually use afterwards: a picture frame with a cut-out for your own photo, ready to stand on a shelf or hang on a wall. At 268 pieces the build stays compact, yet the 57 different parts keep it from feeling repetitive, since plates, tiles and decorative elements do most of the work along the border. There is no technic-style engineering involved – no axles, no gears – just careful stacking and layering, which makes this a relaxed, almost meditative build rather than a race to the finish.

Why the colour choice matters

White, blue, red and lime are not a random selection; they are the whole design concept of this set. White gives the frame a neutral base, while blue, red and the bright lime green form the accents and border pattern. Looking at the parts list on this page, you will notice how few basic shapes – mostly flat tiles and narrow plates – create that effect, which makes the set a useful reference if you want to try similar colour-blocking with pieces from your own collection or swap in colours that suit a specific room.

A small set with a clear purpose

At 268 pieces, the picture frame sits on the smaller side of the catalogue, which makes it a fast build and an easy gift for someone who is new to LEGO sets or short on building time. Because there are no minifigures, the construction itself is the whole point rather than a starting point for play. Use the parts list on this page to check which pieces you might already have on hand, or to track down a replacement if you pick up this set second-hand and something is missing from the box.

Where the frame works best

Since the finished build stays fairly compact at 268 pieces, it sits comfortably on a desk, shelf or bedside table without taking up the space of a full piece of furniture. The bright white, blue, red and lime colour scheme suits a bedroom or workspace with similarly fresh tones, but it also works well as a deliberate accent piece in an otherwise neutral room. Because all 57 different parts click firmly together, the finished frame is sturdy enough for everyday use and can be moved around occasionally without individual pieces coming loose or the frame losing its shape.

FAQ

Does the LEGO Picture Frame include minifigures?: No. The set is entirely made up of building elements – there are no minifigures, since the focus is on the finished frame itself.
How many pieces does set 40173 have?: It has 268 pieces across 57 different parts, mostly in white, blue, red and lime.
Can I use my own photo in the frame?: Yes, the finished frame is designed to hold a photo you add yourself once the build is complete.