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{{Short description|Spanish company based in Tavernes Blanques, Valencia}}
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'''Lladró''' ({{IPA-ca|ʎaˈðɾo|va}}) is a ] ] company based in ], ], that produces many high quality{{Citation needed|date=December 2010}} ] ]s. '''Lladró''' ({{IPA|ca-valencia|ʎaˈðɾo}}) is a Spanish company based in ], ], that produces high-end lighting, home accessories, decorative sculptures and ] ]s.<ref>{{cite book|title= Lladró: the magic world of porcelain|publisher=Salvat Editores (Barcelona, Spain)|date= 1988 |isbn=978-8434548602 }}</ref><ref>{{cite book |title= The Lladró Guide: A Collector's Reference to Retired Porcelain Figurines in Lladró Brands |first=Peggy Rose |last=Whiteneck|publisher=Schiffer Publishing|date= 2019|isbn= 978-0764358395}}</ref>


==History== ==History==

The company was founded in 1953 by three brothers, Juan, José and Vicente Lladró, in the village of ] near Valencia. Starting with items such as vases and jugs, it wasn't until 1956 that they started producing the sculptures for which they are now most famous. Enthusiasm for the items produced by the Lladró brothers saw their small workshop expand several times until eventually they moved to Tavernes Blanques in 1958. The company was founded in 1953 by three brothers, Juán, José and Vicente Lladró, in the village of ] near Valencia. Starting with items such as vases and jugs, it wasn't until 1956 that they started producing the sculptures for which they are now known. Interest in the items produced by the Lladró brothers saw their small workshop expand several times until eventually they moved to Tavernes Blanques in 1958.
* 1962, the brothers open the Professional Training School at their site in Tavernes Blanques to share their knowledge and experience. It still operates today keeping alive the vision and philosophy of the brothers by imparting it to a new generation. * 1962, the brothers open the Professional Training School at their site in Tavernes Blanques to share their knowledge and experience.
* 1969, on October 13, the City of Porcelain is opened by the ]. It took 2 years to build and was designed to provide the best environment that encourages the artistic development of works produced. Currently over 2000 people work here. * 1969, on 13 October the City of Porcelain was opened by the ]. It took 2 years to build, and currently employs over 2,000 people.
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* 1970, Lladró begins to use a new material, gres, for its sculptures. It has earthy colours and is used frequently in natural themes. * 1970, Lladró begins to use a new material, gres, for its sculptures. It has earthy colours and is used frequently in natural themes.
* 1973, Lladró buys 50% of the North American company Weil Ceramics & Glass. * 1973, Lladró buys 50% of the North American company ].
* 1974, the first blue emblem, consisting of a bellflower and ancient chemical symbol, appears on the base to show the origin of the sculpture. The Elite Collection is also launched. * 1974, the first blue emblem, consisting of a bellflower and ancient chemical symbol, appears on the base to show the origin of the sculpture. The Elite Collection is also launched.
* 1984, Danielle, Mari Carmen and Juan Vicente Lladró joined the company. One child of each of the founding members. They underwent a long apprenticeship before they were permitted responsibility in the company. * 1984, Rosa, Mari Carmen and Juan Vicente Lladró joined the company. Each is a child of each of the founding brothers. They underwent a long apprenticeship before they were permitted responsibility in the company.
* 1985, the Collector's Society is formed. The first annual sculpture, called "Little Pals", can fetch several thousand dollars at auction due to the small number of members able to purchase it in the early years. * 1985, the Collectors’ Society is formed. The first annual sculpture, "Little Pals", can fetch several thousand US dollars at auction due to the small number of members able to purchase it in the early years.
* 1986, Lladró forms an alliance with the Mitsui Group creating a subsidiary called Bussan Lladró based in ] * 1986, Lladró forms an alliance with the ] creating the subsidiary Bussan Lladró based in ].
* 1988, on September 18 in ] the Lladró Museum and Gallery is opened on 57th Street in ]. * 1988, on 18 September in ] the ] is opened on ].
* 1993, Lladró receives the Principe Felipe award for internationalisation. * 1993, Lladró receives the ].
* 2001, Lladró Privilege, a new customer loyalty programme, takes over from the Lladró Collectors Society. * 2001, Lladró Privilege, a new customer loyalty programme, takes over from the Lladró Collectors’ Society.
* 2004, Lladró Privilege Gold, a new level of loyalty programme within the Privilege program. * 2004, Lladró Privilege Gold, becomes a new level of loyalty programme within the Privilege programme.
* 2011, Lladró Privilege Society becomes Lladró Gold, in which only one level of membership is offered.
* 2013, Lladró expands into the lighting market with Belle De Nuit, a collection of chandeliers, lamps and sconces.
* 2013, Lladró releases the first piece in their new Dazzle collection which uses a geometric black and white design.
* 2016, ] acquires a majority stake in the Lladró Group.


==Technique== ==Technique==
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The manufacturing ingredients are kept under tight guard. The process is detailed in a number of Lladró publications and is fully on view for tour groups and individuals at the City of Porcelain. Lladró figurines are made out of an original blend of ], which gives the products their unique porcelain characteristics. The glaze ingredients also add to the look of the figures and is an industry secret. The manufacturing ingredients are kept closely guarded. The process is detailed in a number of Lladró publications and is on view for tours at the City of Porcelain. Lladró figurines are made of ].


==Marketing== ==Marketing==
Lladró figurines are given an additional title in ] as well as the ] original, however these names are frequently not translations (figurative or literal) but new names that are more likely to appeal to an English speaking audience. An area for some confusion is that the names of the pieces can change throughout their run so the same figurine may end up with several titles. Lladró figurines are given an additional title in ] as well as the ] original, however these names are frequently not translations (figurative or literal) but new names that are more likely to appeal to an English speaking audience. An area for some confusion is that the names of the pieces can change throughout their run so the same figurine may end up with several titles.


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==Popular culture==
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In an episode of the ] '']'' (7x12, "Christmas Break"), ]'s mother Marilyn (portrayed by ]) had a collection of Lladró, her favorite being 'Ouisan, the bashful ].' She was described as being priceless; the humour of the episode revolved around the fact that ] had broken her and was fearful of Marilyn finding out, as she was very precious to her (she declared her desire to discover who had done it and to "pour ] on something they love").


⚫ ==See also==
In '']'', ] boasts about her Lladró figurine in "]" (4x6). In the episode "]" (6x16), Carmela breaks the figurine by throwing it at ].
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In "]" (Episode 5x05), Fran's paternal aunt Freida contemplates on whether she may or may not hire Niles as a butler. She decides that she should because she wants someone to dust her Lladró collection. Nonetheless, she pronounces it wrong and makes a smart remark about it to Fran's mother Sylvia.


==References==
In '']'' Roman Grant's wife Adaleen has a large Lladró collection.
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==External links== ==External links==
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Spanish company based in Tavernes Blanques, Valencia
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Lladró Comercial SA
Company typeS.A. (corporation)
Founded1953
HeadquartersTavernes Blanques, Spain
ProductsPorcelain art and figurines
Websitewww.lladro.com

Lladró (Valencian pronunciation: [ʎaˈðɾo]) is a Spanish company based in Tavernes Blanques, Valencia, that produces high-end lighting, home accessories, decorative sculptures and porcelain figurines.

History

The company was founded in 1953 by three brothers, Juán, José and Vicente Lladró, in the village of Almàssera near Valencia. Starting with items such as vases and jugs, it wasn't until 1956 that they started producing the sculptures for which they are now known. Interest in the items produced by the Lladró brothers saw their small workshop expand several times until eventually they moved to Tavernes Blanques in 1958.

  • 1962, the brothers open the Professional Training School at their site in Tavernes Blanques to share their knowledge and experience.
  • 1969, on 13 October the City of Porcelain was opened by the Spanish Minister for Industry. It took 2 years to build, and currently employs over 2,000 people.
A set of Lladró figurines
  • 1970, Lladró begins to use a new material, gres, for its sculptures. It has earthy colours and is used frequently in natural themes.
  • 1973, Lladró buys 50% of the North American company Weil Ceramics & Glass.
  • 1974, the first blue emblem, consisting of a bellflower and ancient chemical symbol, appears on the base to show the origin of the sculpture. The Elite Collection is also launched.
  • 1984, Rosa, Mari Carmen and Juan Vicente Lladró joined the company. Each is a child of each of the founding brothers. They underwent a long apprenticeship before they were permitted responsibility in the company.
  • 1985, the Collectors’ Society is formed. The first annual sculpture, "Little Pals", can fetch several thousand US dollars at auction due to the small number of members able to purchase it in the early years.
  • 1986, Lladró forms an alliance with the Mitsui Group creating the subsidiary Bussan Lladró based in Tokyo.
  • 1988, on 18 September in New York City the Lladró Museum and Gallery is opened on 57th Street in Manhattan.
  • 1993, Lladró receives the Principe Felipe award for internationalisation.
  • 2001, Lladró Privilege, a new customer loyalty programme, takes over from the Lladró Collectors’ Society.
  • 2004, Lladró Privilege Gold, becomes a new level of loyalty programme within the Privilege programme.
  • 2011, Lladró Privilege Society becomes Lladró Gold, in which only one level of membership is offered.
  • 2013, Lladró expands into the lighting market with Belle De Nuit, a collection of chandeliers, lamps and sconces.
  • 2013, Lladró releases the first piece in their new Dazzle collection which uses a geometric black and white design.
  • 2016, PHI Industrial Acquisitions acquires a majority stake in the Lladró Group.

Technique

Lladró figurine called "En sus pensamientos"

The manufacturing ingredients are kept closely guarded. The process is detailed in a number of Lladró publications and is on view for tours at the City of Porcelain. Lladró figurines are made of hard-paste porcelain.

Marketing

Lladró figurines are given an additional title in English as well as the Spanish original, however these names are frequently not translations (figurative or literal) but new names that are more likely to appeal to an English speaking audience. An area for some confusion is that the names of the pieces can change throughout their run so the same figurine may end up with several titles.

A Lladro figurine of a fisher boy. (Ref 4809)

See also

References

  1. Lladró: the magic world of porcelain. Salvat Editores (Barcelona, Spain). 1988. ISBN 978-8434548602.
  2. Whiteneck, Peggy Rose (2019). The Lladró Guide: A Collector's Reference to Retired Porcelain Figurines in Lladró Brands. Schiffer Publishing. ISBN 978-0764358395.

External links

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