Nao is sold in many countries around the world and is particularly popular in the United States and other English-speaking markets. QUALITY AND EXCELLENCE: At Nao, our pieces are the product of a harmonious blend between artisanal mastery and the most advanced techniques in porcelain manufacturing.

The company was founded in 1953 by three brothers, Juán, José and Vicente Lladro, in the village of Alassera near Valencia. Nao's extensive collection of more than 300 sculptures captures the unforgettable moments of life including motherhood, weddings, childhood, falling in love, the joy of pets, the beauty of nature, religion and much more. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Estimated age may be given based on the item’s appearance and the information we currently hold on the item’s history.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. Both gift-givers and discriminating collectors alike will appreciate the quality and attention to detail that signifies each and every Nao sculpture. NAO porcelain is not just a decorative item, but a display of Spanish cultural heritage and artisan skill, becoming a treasure that stands the test of time. The name "Nao" is derived from the Latin word "navis," meaning ship, and the brand's logo features a stylized sailboat.

Our products stand out due to the meticulousness of their details, which imbue our figurines with quality and beauty. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. From the innocent childhood games that mirror the joy and curiosity of early years, to deeply spiritual and inspiring moments, or scenes from family life, capturing in detail and emotion the connections that bind us.

Nao is a Spanish brand of porcelain figurines that is closely associated with Lladro, a larger and more well-known brand of Spanish ceramics.

It features an "Aylesbury" type duck looking back over his shoulder, maybe "quacking" to his friends! Handcrafted in by skilled artisans in Valencia, Spain at the Lladro porcelain factory, each Nao figurine is going to be not only beautiful, but made from high quality porcelain. Nao figurines are known for their charming and whimsical designs, often featuring children, animals, and other cute and playful subjects.Nao porcelain sculptures are hand crafted in Valencia, Spain where pioneers in the European porcelain industry have been creating timeless works of art since the company's inception in 1953.