Lladro Figurines
From humble beginnings, the Lladro fine china company now employs over 2,000 people and their figurines are sold in virtually every country in the world.
For seasoned collectors and beginners, Lladro porcelain figurines are always in demand and naturally they make wonderful gifts. Many enthusiasts believe that the figurines depict life’s more loving moments with finely sculptured facial details, modern pastel colours and an intrinsic gracefulness. The glazing technique used with all the Lladro figurines is a closely guarded company secret and this special finish appeals to many collectors.
Remember that each genuine Lladro piece should have the dark blue, tulip shaped mark positioned just above the company name. However, the fine china pieces produced in the 1960′s will simply have the name impressed to the base.
The unique feature with Lladro figurines, which guarantees continuing sales, is their policy of following production series. For example, they offer an Open, Numbered and Limited manufacturing series.
As the name suggests, the Open series ceramics range are manufactured to an unlimited number depending upon their popularity. The Limited series are just that; once all of that range is sold no more will be produced. And finally, the Numbered series of Lladro figurines are made in a limited number with each piece having its own certificate of authenticity.
Many comment on and are impressed by the high degree of craftsmanship and detail of the Lladro range. These fine china, collectibles are certainly created with precise and artistic detailing and it is this attribute that makes them most appealing.
Lladro porcelain figurines are manufactured to represent humans and animals. Many collectors will tend to specialise in a particular group or theme. Also, the extensive Lladro collection includes items with romantic, mythological, religious and fantasy overtones so there is usually something to suit most tastes. Also, each Lladro piece is usually only ‘available’ for a short, sales time and then new items are introduced.
Will Lladro ever reach the status of being considered as antique china?
Only time will tell but, at the moment, Lladro appears to be continually popular and their prices seem to be holding.
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