Angelical moments
$875.00
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The Gallery's Perspective
There’s an immediate sense of presence to this porcelain crab—bold and alert, as if it’s just shifted a claw to test the air. The glossy red glaze catches light across the ridged shell and sculpted joints, making the surface read almost wet and alive while still keeping a refined, porcelain smoothness. Close looking reveals delicate texturing on the claws and carapace: tiny dimples and raised plates that give the figure a convincing, tactile shell without feeling fussy. The stance—one claw slightly forward, legs splayed—reads confident and slightly theatrical, a charming mix of naturalism and decorative poise. Overall it feels like a small, polished encounter with the sea: vivid in color, lively in posture, and quietly sculptural in its attention to detail. It easily becomes a conversation piece that brings color and character to a mantel, shelf, or display cabinet without overwhelming a room.
The Artwork
About Crab Sculpture. Red
Always alert and on guard, the crab symbolizes determination and strength. This creation, along with Lobster - blue, are the first pieces in Kings of the Sea, a collection paying tribute to the strange, varied and numerous creatures to be found in the depths of the sea. Its powerful, defiant appearance is captured in all its majesty. The bright red color used in the decoration further enhances its unmistakable shape.
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About the Collection
Lladro is renowned for its exquisite porcelain figurines, blending fine porcelain art with delicate craftsmanship to create timeless collectible sculptures. Each Lladro piece is handmade, offering a unique work of art that captures the elegance and emotion of figurative sculpture. The brand's contemporary sculpture combines traditional porcelain artistry with modern design, creating a wide array of decorative art that appeals to collectors and art enthusiasts alike. Known for its luxury collectibles, Lladro continues to innovate, bringing a sense of grace and beauty to homes with its delicate figurines. From cultural craftsmanship to modern porcelain sculptures, Lladro's figurine collection offers stunning pieces that add sophistication and artistic flair to any setting.
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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 Almacera, 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.
The creative team started out by adapting styles from past eras, but it was not long before certain characteristics appeared that would soon shape what was to become the unique Lladro style.
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