Lladro, founded in Valencia, Spain, is a luxury brand that creates museum-quality porcelain figurines, sculptures, and home decor items characterized by craftsmanship, creativity, and aesthetic beauty.
Founded in 1953 by the Lladro brothers, Juan, Jose, and Vincente Lladro.
Started as a small workshop in a farm near Valencia, Spain, where they created their first figurines inspired by their love for nature and daily life in the countryside.
In 1958, the brothers moved to a new workshop and opened their first showroom in Valencia, where they sold their handmade porcelain pieces.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Lladro figurines became increasingly popular among collectors and art lovers worldwide.
In the 1980s, Lladro expanded its product line and started producing large decorative sculptures, lamps, and chandeliers.
In the 1990s and 2000s, Lladro collaborated with famous designers and artists, such as the Spanish fashion designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada and the Japanese designer Yoko Ono.
Today, Lladro has over 1000 employees and 2000 points of sale in more than 120 countries, and it continues to innovate and create new designs that reflect its passion for quality and beauty.
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Handmade porcelain figurines featuring a wide range of themes, including angels, animals, children, flowers, and historical characters. Known for their attention to detail and expressive gestures.
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Chandeliers, lamps, and sconces made of porcelain and other materials. Its Innovative and modern designs provide original illumination to its environment.
Lladro figurines are made by a combination of traditional and modern techniques. First, the design is sculpted in clay. Then, a mold is made and filled with a mixture of porcelain powder and water, which is allowed to dry for several hours. Next, the figurine is fired in a kiln at high temperatures, glazed, and fired again. Finally, the figurine is painted by hand and fired in the kiln once more. The process can take several weeks to complete.
Lladro figurines are highly valued among collectors and art lovers worldwide. Their value depends on several factors, including their rarity, condition, and the demand from the market. Some Lladro figurines can be worth thousands of dollars, while others are more affordable.
You can buy Lladro figurines online from the official website, authorized dealers, or from popular marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, and Etsy. You can also visit a Lladro showroom or a specialty store that carries Lladro products.
Lladro figurines are made of delicate porcelain, and they require gentle handling and care to avoid damage or breakage. They are not recommended for use as toys or to be handled by young children. It is advisable to display them in a safe location, away from heat sources, direct sunlight, and other elements that may harm them.
Lladro offers a two-year warranty for its products against manufacturing defects and craftsmanship failures. If a product is found to be defective within this period, Lladro will repair or replace it free of charge. The warranty does not cover accidental damage or mistreatment.