Head-to-head
LEGO Ideas Vincent van Gogh - The Starry Night vs LEGO Ideas The Office
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #21333
LEGO Ideas Vincent van Gogh - The Starry Night
The Starry Night, in LEGO. Three-dimensional brick sculpture of the most famous painting in Western art. With a tiny easel-toting Van Gogh.
Set #21336
LEGO Ideas The Office
Dunder Mifflin Scranton. Fifteen minifigures. The conference room. Stanley's pretzel. Every iconic moment from The Office, in LEGO.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Ideas Vincent van Gogh - The Starry Night | LEGO Ideas The Office |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 2,316WINS | 1,164 |
| MSRP | $169.99 | $119.99WINS |
| Price per piece | $0.07WINS | $0.10 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | Art lovers, builders who appreciate pure aesthetic rather than functional models, and gift-givers seeking a meaningful display piece. | The Office fans, sitcom collectors, and modular-display builders. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Ideas Vincent van Gogh - The Starry Night
Pros
- Three-dimensional brick relief of the iconic painting
- Includes a tiny Vincent van Gogh minifigure with easel and palette
- Vincent figure can be staged in front of the painting
- Wall-mountable or stand-displayed
- Most photogenic LEGO art set ever shipped
Cons
- Painting reads better from a distance than up close
- Some color choices required artistic interpretation (not pixel-perfect to original)
- Wall mounting requires a single screw — commits to a permanent installation
LEGO Ideas The Office
Pros
- 15 minifigures from the show — nearly every named character
- Removable office sections — Michael's office, Pam's reception, Jim and Dwight's desks, the conference room
- Iconic accessories: Stanley's pretzel, Dwight's bobblehead, the World's Best Boss mug
- Best minifig-per-dollar value in the LEGO Ideas line
- Photographs as a complete sitcom set
Cons
- Compact footprint means some character interactions feel cramped
- Some accessories are easy to misplace (Schrute Buck, Dundies)
- Doesn't include the warehouse or break room (just the main bullpen)
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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.