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Annaberger | 80 pieces
Cartoon illustration of a pig preparing to throw a heavy black ball in a park setting.

The central subject is a cheerful, anthropomorphic pig standing in a park, preparing to throw a dark, spherical object, likely a bocce or bowling ball. The pig has a light pink complexion, rosy cheeks, and an enthusiastic expression as it balances on one foot in a designated throwing circle. The illustration style is whimsical and cartoonish, featuring bold ink outlines and bright, saturated colours.

In the foreground, two small, colourful birds with oversized eyes watch the action from the grass near another black ball. Behind the pig, a low yellow fence separates the playing area from a small crowd of spectators, including a ginger cat, a grey tabby cat, and a small dog, all looking on with curious expressions. The setting suggests a sunny day with green grass and a soft, pale blue sky visible above the greenery.

Visible on the yellow fence, the partial text "PL... ART" is depicted in large, blocky yellow letters. The entire scene is framed by a simple red border, which emphasizes the vibrant, playful nature of the artwork. The composition uses a shallow depth of field, keeping the pig and the immediate audience in sharp, clear focus while the distant trees are rendered with softer lines and lighter green tones.

Cartoon illustration of a pig participating in a shot put competition surrounded by animal spectators.

This whimsical cartoon illustration features a cheerful, anthropomorphic pig in the center, preparing to throw a heavy black shot put ball. The pig is standing in a throwing circle, leaning back with its arm outstretched as if about to launch the heavy sphere. The character has a light pink complexion, rosy cheeks, and an eager, wide-eyed expression, captured in a dynamic, fun-loving style.

In the foreground, two small, vibrantly coloured birds—one blue and one green—watch the action from the grass. Behind the pig, a low fence separates the athletic field from a group of enthusiastic animal spectators, including a cat and a dog, who peek over the barrier. The word "PART" is partially visible on the yellow fence wall behind the pig. The scene is set outdoors under a bright, clear blue sky.

The overall art style is reminiscent of a classic storybook or children's comic, characterized by soft, rounded lines and bright, cheerful colours. The lighting is even and flat, typical of illustrative media, which gives the scene a lighthearted and friendly atmosphere. The palette is dominated by the soft pink of the pig, contrasted against the bright blue of the sky and the deep green of the grassy field.

Cartoon illustration of a pig preparing to throw a heavy black ball in a park setting.
Cartoon illustration of a pig participating in a shot put competition surrounded by animal spectators.
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Rectangular Portrait | | Ribbon/Grid cut | Cardboard
Piece Size - Large/XL
#animals #birds #cartoon #Pig #shotput
Manufacturer ID: 67242
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Hmm. On the one hand, this is clearly child's play with its huge pieces and comical motif. But on the other hand, it has 80 pieces and thus is quite a challenge for kids, and even myself as a grown up puzzle lover needed a bit of time to complete this. But the motif is nice and the quality is okay for an old G.D.R. puzzle since the cut is rather precise and the print represents the box picture nicely. So it's a good puzzle for parents and older kids to do together. But due to 80 XL pieces the finished product gets rather big, though, so this is at the edge of being called a mini puzzle. An advantage for collectors is that these 80 piece mini puzzles come in a thick and stable cardboard box in contrast to most of the Annaberger mini puzzles with fewer pieces.
by MZ per X 2026-02-21
Submitted 2026-06-13
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