What age is the Fountain recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7-12.

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Set #40221

Fountain

The Fountain is a charming and elegant little build.

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Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Ideal for novice builders or those seeking a quick and enjoyable building experience
Build: 105 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 9.5¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 337 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's elegant design and quick build, making it a satisfying display piece. Some feel the price is a bit high for the piece count, but overall, it's considered a charming and worthwhile addition to any LEGO collection.

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📝 Our Take

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The Fountain is a charming and elegant little build. Despite its small size and piece count, it manages to capture the essence of a classic town square fountain with some clever building techniques and attractive color choices.

This set is perfect for LEGO fans looking for a quick, satisfying build that adds a touch of sophistication to their display. It's also a great parts pack for MOC builders due to its variety of useful elements.

Skip this if you're looking for a large, complex build or a set with significant play features. Consider larger Creator Expert modular buildings for more intricate designs.

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🧱 Building Experience

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105

Pieces

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1.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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7-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Clever use of SNOT techniques for detailed shaping
Attractive color scheme with dark blue and light bluish gray
Easy to follow instructions for a relaxing build
Compact size makes it ideal for display on a desk or shelf

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⏳ Retired

The Fountain (40221-1) is a retired LEGO Creator set with a relatively low piece count, but it contains some unique elements and a charming design that appeals to collectors. Its retired status and rising price trend suggest increasing demand. While not a high-value investment, its affordability and potential for moderate appreciation make it a reasonable choice for LEGO enthusiasts.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small Creator sets, the Fountain offers a unique architectural element that is not commonly found. While sets like the Mini Cooper (40109-1) offer vehicle builds, the Fountain provides a more decorative and display-oriented option. Its price point is similar to other small promotional sets, making it a comparable choice for collectors.

2 Minifigures Included

Red Torso, Black Legs, Bright Light Yellow Hair

The set includes a standard minifigure with a red torso and a statue figure with gold wings, adding to the set's charm and display value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 105
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 33 unique parts, 91 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...

Part #: 11127 4× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 1× Medium Azure

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 15395 1× Lime

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 6× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Gr...

Part #: 18031 1× Flat Silver

Plant, Flower Ste...

Part #: 19119 1× Green

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Dark Red

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 6× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30565 4× Green

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 1× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with N...

Part #: 3068bpr0201 1× White

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 3× Lavender

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 3× Magenta

Animal, Frog

Part #: 33320 4× Pearl Gold

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Green

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 1× Pearl Gold

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× Black

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 48092 4× Light Bluish Gray

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 4× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 8× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Light Bluish Gray

Hair Short with B...

Part #: 64807 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bicycle Frame, Re...

Part #: 65574 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Light Bluish Gray

Animal, Dog, Alsa...

Part #: 92586pr0001 1× Medium Nougat

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92593 2× Dark Blue

Wheel Bicycle, Fi...

Part #: 92851 2× Trans-Clear

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 92947 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0018 1× Medium Nougat

The set contains a decent selection of Light Bluish Gray and Dark Blue elements, along with some Trans-Light Blue crystal pieces and Pearl Gold frogs, making it a useful parts pack for small details and accents in MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Blue Tile 1 x 4 with Groove (6x) $0.90

Trans-Light Blue Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 4 Point (4x) $1.20

Pearl Gold Animal, Frog (4x) $2.00

Light Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] (4x) $0.80

Magenta Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals (3x) $0.75

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$5.65

💡 MOC Potential

🏛 Expand the fountain into a larger park or plaza

🌳 Create a small garden scene with the fountain as a centerpiece

🏙 Incorporate the fountain into a modular building layout

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📖 Building Instructions 2

BI 3003/24, 40221 V29

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

105

Official Piece Count

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Inventory Version: 1

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