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Radi Nedelchev typically paints scenes of his native Bulgaria. Mostly landscapes with small towns and scenes of village life, all full of color...
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  • Every puzzle invites you to discover uniquely handcrafted whimsy (shaped) pieces, thoughtfully designed to complement the image theme.
  • Irregular pieces provide an engaging challenge, keeping puzzlers intrigued with interesting shapes and rewarding problem-solving.
  • To ensure exceptional durability, each puzzle is crafted from premium 4mm FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood.
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Radi Nedelchev typically paints scenes of his native Bulgaria. Mostly landscapes with small towns and scenes of village life, all full of color and character and a warm cozy feel.


Although training as an artist at that time in Bulgaria under communism was hard, Radi enrolled at the state art school in Rousse and began to make a name for himself.

This was a time in Bulgarian history when peasant conditions in the countryside were beginning to be transformed through the collectivization process, and many small villages were dying out. Radi began to paint them as a way to keep the old ways and traditions alive, and pass Bulgarian history on to the next generation. 

In 1971 his art was discovered for the first time outside of Bulgaria. His work was awarded a prize for naive art at a worldwide competition in Switzerland and a series of exhibitions followed all over Europe.

Over the years he received many offers from benefactors to help him to leave Bulgaria and the restrictions of communism, but he chose to stay in his homeland.

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers and fans of the Naive Art, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many village-themed, shaped whimsy wooden jigsaw puzzle pieces that match the subject of the image, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the wooden jigsaw puzzle together. 

Please Note: The original image for this puzzle was painted on canvas and so you may see brush strokes on the image.

  • Irregular Shaped Edge for a Little More Challenge
  • Includes Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 351
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" Diameter
  • Artist: © Radi Nedelchev
  • Serial #: NPO21-351-438D
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
  • Serial #: NPO21-351-438
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 351
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" Diameter
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Radi Nedelchev

Radi Nedelchev, a Bulgarian painter, was born on April 1, 1938, in the village of Ezerche, located in the Razgrad Province of northeastern Bulgaria. His upbringing in a family of artisans—his mother a weaver and his father a woodcarver—instilled a deep appreciation for traditional crafts and rural life. This early exposure to the beauty of rural Bulgaria would later become a significant influence on his art. At fifteen, he left home and worked various jobs along the Black Sea coast before completing his military service. He then pursued his passion for art by enrolling in an art school in Ruse, where he met fellow painter Marko Monev. Together, they embarked on extensive travels through the Bulgarian countryside, documenting village life and customs during a time of significant social change.

Nedelchev's work is a source of pride for Bulgaria, as he became renowned for his contributions to the naïve art movement, characterized by vivid colors, intricate detail, and depictions of everyday rural scenes. His paintings often portrayed landscapes, village festivities, and traditional customs, capturing the essence of Bulgarian folklore and communal life. In 1971, his work gained international recognition when he received a special prize from art critic Anatole Jakovsky at a global naïve art competition in Switzerland. Despite the restrictions of the communist regime, which limited access to Western galleries and markets, Nedelchev's art found its way into numerous private and corporate collections worldwide, including those of the Krupp Corporation in Germany and the Baba Research Centre in India.

Throughout his career, Nedelchev remained an active member of the Union of Bulgarian Artists and was honored with the Order of Cyril and Methodius, First Class—the highest cultural award in Bulgaria. His work is featured in prominent institutions such as the Sofia City Art Gallery and the Musée International d'Art Naïf. Radi Nedelchev passed away on April 4, 2022, in Ruse, leaving behind a legacy that continues to celebrate and preserve the spirit of Bulgarian rural life through his distinctive artistic lens. His paintings, with their vibrant colors and intricate details, serve as a timeless tribute to rural Bulgaria's beauty and its people's rich traditions.

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