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Set 41904 Animal Picture Holders
DOTS

LEGO® Animal Picture Holders

This LEGO® DOTS set skips minifigures and vehicles in favour of two small animal photo holders you decorate yourself. With 425 pieces but only 56 unique parts, it is built around placing colour patterns rather than following a classic build sequence. The result is a pair of desk-ready holders that can clip photos, notes or postcards.

Set number
41904
Year
2020
Pieces
425
Minifigures
0
Theme
DOTS
Different parts
56
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 56

As BrickLink list (XML)

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

Spare parts (28)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 2 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

Photo holders, not a display model

Instead of a classic model, the set produces two small animal shapes whose backs double as clips for photos, notes or postcards. The basic frame goes together the usual way, then dozens of individual DOTS tiles are pressed into the surface in whatever pattern you choose. That tiling step takes noticeably longer per piece than ordinary building, but it also means the design can be reworked at any time without taking the base model apart again.

Few base parts, many patterns

With just 56 unique parts across 425 pieces, most of the set is made up of repeated DOTS tiles in white, light aqua, light grey and tan. That small part variety is typical of DOTS sets: the challenge sits in arranging colours into a pattern of your own rather than in the construction itself. Anyone with leftover tiles from other DOTS sets can mix them in here too, since the tile sizes and grid stay consistent across the range.

A quieter colour palette

White, light aqua, light grey and tan give this set a calmer look than many brighter DOTS releases, which suits a desk or shelf that should not stand out too much. That makes it worth a look for anyone who prefers muted tones over bold colour blocks. The parts list on this page shows exactly how many tiles of each colour are included, which is useful for sketching a pattern before placing the first piece, especially if you are aiming for a specific seasonal look.

Who this set suits

At 425 pieces, this set is noticeably bigger than the smallest DOTS starter sets, while still staying focused on tiling rather than classic building. It suits anyone who wants to decorate a desk or shelf with something functional rather than purely decorative, and works well as a quiet activity away from typical brick sets. With no minifigures or vehicle parts involved, it also makes a straightforward small gift.

FAQ

Are photos or clips included in the set?
No, the set only contains the building elements for the two holders; your own photos or notes are added separately.
How many unique parts does the set use?
The set has 425 pieces but only 56 unique parts, since many of the DOTS tiles repeat throughout the build.
Can tiles from other DOTS sets be reused here?
Yes, DOTS tiles share the same grid and sizing across sets, so leftover tiles combine easily with this one.

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