Lladro Limited Editions
Lladro figurines are made in Valencia, Spain, of hard paste porcelain and gres. The Lladro family of companies was started by the Lladro brothers, Juan, José and Vicente in 1953. When buying a Lladro, look for the blue Lladro symbol on the bottom of the piece. It was first used in 1974. If the Lladro that interests you does not have the Lladro symbol, verify the piece with the Authorized Lladro Reference Guide. The guide is available from Andrews Gallery. If still unsure, ask the seller questions before you buy.
Lladro Limited Editions are just that, figurines that were produced in limited numbers, with each piece having a unique number. For example, 23/500 would mean that the piece was number 23 of an edition of 500. Depending on the specific piece, the number in the edition will vary. Further, limited editions do not include pieces that are limited by the year of production. For example, there is an implied limit to the annual Lladro Christmas bell, but it is not a limited edition. In like manner, Lladro also issues special pieces for promotions. These pieces are offered in restrictive markets, but are not limited editions. When in doubt, consult the Lladro Reference Guide. |
