Daddy's Little Sweetheart
$985.00
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There’s an immediate tenderness in the way these two figures lean into one another—gentle, assured, and quietly celebratory. The elongated forms and smooth surfaces give the couple an elegant, slightly stylized presence: his hand steadies hers while her head tilts in a soft, intimate gesture that reads as companionship rather than theatrics. The restrained palette—soft ivory for her gown, muted blue for his trousers and a light jacket—creates a calm, harmonious mood that feels both formal and personal. Small details, like the delicate bow tie and the relaxed placement of arms, suggest a shared moment on a special evening without needing any dramatic flourish. As a sculpture, it lives in the space between realism and refinement, offering a warm, dignified portrait of partnership that quietly enriches a room with grace and feeling.
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About A LOVERS' DANCE
A LOVERS' DANCE Issue Year: 2002
Sculptor: Marco Antonio Noguer"n
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Lladro Black Legacy is a stunning collection of luxury porcelain figurines that elevate contemporary porcelain art to new heights. Known for its innovative use of black porcelain, this collection reimagines traditional figurative art with bold modern sculptures that exude sophistication and exclusivity. Each piece in the Black Legacy collection is a fine art sculpture, crafted with intricate detail and artistic craftsmanship, making them highly coveted as collectible figurines. These limited edition sculptures represent a unique blend of luxury decorative art and modern design, showcasing Lladro's commitment to excellence in both form and function. With its striking contrast and elegant lines, Lladro Black Legacy continues to redefine contemporary figurine collections, offering a distinguished addition to any art lover's collection.
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Lladro was founded in 1953 when Juan, Jose, and Vicente, three brothers born of local farmers and endowed with great artistic talent, formed a small family company in the Valencian village of Spain. Since then, Lladro has undergone an amazing metamorphosis from an artisan workshop to a huge firm of international scope enjoying continual growth. The company management has remained in the hands of the Lladro family, the owners of the firm, since its inception.
By 1990, Lladro had begun to recognize that affluent African-American are a powerful consumer constituency, and the company responded by creating a number of African-American models. This collection was originally named the Black Heritage Collection. In late 1990, the company made the decision to rename the collection after some consumers felt the term "heritage" smacked too much of the history of slavery. Among the most popular Black Legacy figurines are Dr. Martin Luther King,Jr.(#7528); and two sequences of jazz musician figurines: Jazz Clarinet (#5928), Jazz Drums (#5929), and Jazz Duo (#5930) issued in 1992 and Jazz Horn (#5832), Jazz Sax (#5833), and Jazz Bass (#5834) issued the prior year. The collection has family groupings (e.g.:Family Roots - #5371) and figurines of African-American children.
By 1990, Lladro had begun to recognize that affluent African-American are a powerful consumer constituency, and the company responded by creating a number of African-American models. This collection was originally named the Black Heritage Collection. In late 1990, the company made the decision to rename the collection after some consumers felt the term "heritage" smacked too much of the history of slavery. Among the most popular Black Legacy figurines are Dr. Martin Luther King,Jr.(#7528); and two sequences of jazz musician figurines: Jazz Clarinet (#5928), Jazz Drums (#5929), and Jazz Duo (#5930) issued in 1992 and Jazz Horn (#5832), Jazz Sax (#5833), and Jazz Bass (#5834) issued the prior year. The collection has family groupings (e.g.:Family Roots - #5371) and figurines of African-American children.
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