Lladró began to introduce more complex pieces and limited-edition series. In the 1980s, there was the launch of the Lladró Collectors Society and the opening of Lladró’s first gallery and museum in New York City. In the early 2000s, Lladró introduced its technically brilliant High Porcelain line. Early, handcrafted figurines are typically worth more than mass-produced pieces. In addition, retired Lladró figurines generally have higher values than figurines that are still in production. Finally, Lladró event-based pieces also command high values. Lladró “Seconds” Throughout the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, the company gained international recognition for its fine porcelain figurines.

Lladró artisans began to craft the Gres line figurines in the 1970s. Since then, Gres figurines have become very desirable porcelain collectibles. The childlike figures render moments of antiquity and fiction relatable and modern, or celestial myths humanistic,” says Lauren Pressler, Decorative Arts Specialist at Clars Auction Gallery. “The most ambitious and elaborate examples are held in museum collections throughout the world for their craftsmanship and design but more importantly as an anthropologic study of mid-20th century value structures.” A Brief History of Lladró FigurinesIn addition to searching the comprehensive Lladró Database to confirm authenticity, you can also use it to find the value of a specific Lladró piece. Search the database by Product Number or Name. Alternatively, target your inquiry by Some Lladró figurines are manufactured as limited-edition pieces. Each figurine is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. When the figurines have all been sold, the company does not make more of them. With fewer limited-edition figurines on the market, each one is more valuable. Handcrafted and Retired Figurines One of Lladró’s most enduringly popular lines was their porcelain “Don Quixote” series. Produced over the 1970s and 1980s, these pieces highlight the captivating – and often comical – tale of the whimsical character Don Quixote, first introduced in Miguel de Cervantes’ early 17th-century book, “The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha.” A perennial favorite among literature buffs, Don Quixote comes to life in these porcelain Lladró adaptations, which resonate with the artful styling the brand. The expert renderings, combined with the fact that some pieces of this series were produced only in limited edition quantities, contribute to the higher prices these pieces achieve today. 1: “Return to La Mancha” Figural Group The first thing to note is the condition of the porcelain figurine. As with other collectibles, the item’s condition plays an important role in its value. An item in mint condition, with its original box, will bring the best price. However, items in excellent condition or good condition may still be worth a lot. Limited-Edition Figurines

Lot 530: Monumental Lladró porcelain ‘Group of Turtle Doves’, Great Gatsby’s Auction Gallery (August 2020) Local antique shops will likely attract their share of Lladró figurines. Look carefully in the display cabinets or ask the shop owner for help. Be sure to evaluate the Lladró porcelain to determine its authenticity and condition. The best way to determine a Lladró’s value is by consulting a Lladró value guide. A quality value guide lists pertinent details on many current and/or retired Lladró figurines. Consulting a Lladró value guide will come in handy should you stumble across a Lladró figurine at your next estate sale. Additionally, it’s always best to refer to a Lladró value guide if you plan to sell your Lladró figurines. Lladró Database For example, a Nao ballerina might feature the same seated pose as her pricier counterpart. However, the Nao figurines’ designs are static rather than dynamic, and you won’t see facial expressions that provide a window into the figurines’ souls. Additionally, the Nao figurines’ clothing and other figural elements don’t contain much attention to detail. Gres Porcelain Figurines Quixote to life while bringing higher prices on the resale market. Additionally, some Don Quixote figurines were part of limited-edition releases. This factor contributes to higher secondary market values. Determining a Lladró Piece’s AuthenticityThere is still strong private and primary market demand for Lladró porcelains. But they do come to auction with “diorama” works grossing the highest values. These include works with multiple figures, cars, carriages, and boats,” says Pressler. At first, the Lladró brothers sold functional pieces, such as vases and plates, at their local market. In 1955, they began making figurines, reviving the style of 18th-century makers such as Capodimonte. Most singular figurines are an affordable way to start your own Lladró collection. But, do note that a few special figurines command markedly higher prices. Lladró Figurine Auction Selling Prices While some Lladró pieces, such as exceptional examples of their “Don Quixote” series, can come with a higher price tag, others are achievable at much more accessible prices. Below is a list of realized prices for Lladró figurines straight from the Invaluable price archive. The “Don Quixote” Series By the following decade, the Lladró was rising to acclaim in Spain and beyond. Accordingly, the Lladró company expanded and developed both specialized lines and unique treatments for their figurines. For example, the 1970s witnessed the development of the Lladró “Gres” line, which were made of a more matte finish porcelain and fired with more subdued hues. They also pioneered the ability to render small bouquets of flowers in the hands of some of their figures, a technique known as “Flowers of the Season.”