# Impossibly Large Puzzles The World's Largest Jigsaw Puzzle Has 32,356 Pieces and is 17 Feet Long By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-08-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-largest-jigsaw-puzzle References: [thecoolgadgets](http://thecoolgadgets.com/jigsaw-puzzle-get-the-worlds-largest-right-here/) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/Default.aspx?sku=12190&promo=The-Unexpected&catid=1746&PID=3925444&source=cj&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=CPA&utm_campaign=CJ) If you've got a few days (or months) to fill, then perhaps the World's Largest Jigsaw Puzzle is something you'd like to take a try at. The mind-bogglingly large puzzle features an astounding 32,356 pieces and a size that measures 17 feet in length and 6 feet in width. Once completed, the World's Largest Jigsaw Puzzle features artwork by [legendary 20th century artist Keith Haring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dancing-figures-mural), whose work in pop art has helped influence a generation of artists. However, before you get to enjoy the fruits of your labour you'll have to complete the [endless jigsaw puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intricate-jigsaw-puzzle) that comes in weighing at 42 pounds. While the World's Largest Jigsaw Puzzle might have you a little curious to try it out, it might just be a bit too difficult for some. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Giant Puzzles:** The popularity of large-scale jigsaw puzzles creates opportunities for makers of bigger and more complex puzzles. - **Artistic Puzzles:** The promotion of artwork through jigsaw puzzles creates opportunities for collaborations between artists and puzzle makers. - **Retro Pop Art:** The use of Keith Haring's artwork in the world's largest jigsaw puzzle creates opportunities for the revitalization of retro pop art. ### Where This Applies - **Puzzle Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of large-scale jigsaw puzzles can gain market share by creating puzzles even bigger and more complex than the current record holder. - **Art Licensing:** Art licensing companies can partner with jigsaw puzzle makers to create puzzles using iconic works of art, bringing new attention and revenue to classic artwork. - **Museum Gift Shops:** Museum gift shops can capitalize on the trend of artistic puzzles and partner with puzzle makers to create custom puzzles featuring their exhibits and artists on display. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Challenging Animal Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendy-gold-endangered-species.md) - [Frameable Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frameable-jigsaw-puzzle.md) - [Challenging Infinity Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lizard-infinity-puzzle.md) - [Wool Mill Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendleton-patterns-1000piece-puzzle.md) - [Edge Piece Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-piece-puzzle.md) - [Micro-Sized Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallest-rubiks-cube.md) - [See-Through Piece Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-jigsaw-puzzle.md) - [Computer Generated Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baffling-bubbles.md) - [Immersive Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-potter-jigsaw-puzzle.md)