Angelical moments
$875.00
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The Gallery's Perspective
There’s a gentle surprise in seeing an elephant that looks half-submerged in water — calm, steady and strangely serene. The sculpted surface reads with finely incised skin folds and a matte white upper body that suggests the weight and presence of the animal, while a glossy, bluish-green glaze rises from the feet and lower flanks to create a convincing waterline. That contrast between matte anatomy and luminous glaze gives the piece both tactile realism and a lyrical, otherworldly quality, as if the creature belongs to a quiet shoreline at dawn. The droop of the ears, the relaxed curve of the trunk and the careful attention to proportions keep the figure natural and dignified, even as the decorative treatment transforms it into a symbol of nature meeting water. It’s a porcelain sculpture that balances craftsmanship and imagination, offering a calm, contemplative presence wherever it stands.
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About Elephant - Underwater Sculpture
This new creation joins the Underwater collection, inspired by nature and water, the primeval element that gave rise to all life. It is a demonstration of how art, through the unique expression of porcelain, connects us with nature and celebrates it. Thanks to our artists’ consummate control of sculpture and the decorative techniques developed specifically for these pieces, Underwater offers us an unrivaled vision of the fusion between the animal kingdom and nature. The perfection of the forms is further enhanced by a pioneering decoration in degraded bluish tones that achieves an almost real effect of immersion in water. The end result, as can be seen in this elephant, is a series of contemporary creations that not only embellish, but also captivate with their magnificent handcrafted elaboration in porcelain and with their message. Elephant - Underwater is modeled in white matte porcelain, which highlights the texture of the animal’s skin and anatomy. To achieve the water effect of the decoration, the degraded color is applied from bottom upwards and is rounded off with pearlescent lusters.If you love animals and nature, Elephant - Underwater is the ideal creation for you. It also makes the perfect gift for that special someone you wish to surprise with a decorative design out of the ordinary.
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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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