Lladro Saraswati Sculpture – Limited Edition

If there is one essential character in the history of animation and in the hearts of children all over the world, then that is Mickey Mouse. The world’s most famous mouse made his debut in 1928 in what is now considered Disney’s first resounding success. This piece depicts Mikey who has exchanged his usual colors to dress up in blue, giving the character a more contemporary look.

A limited edition of High Porcelain that stands out for its chromatic and ornamental richness, finished in matt enamels of intense tones inspired in the Indian cultural tradition that they contract with numerous details in golden luster. The garland of flowers hanging from Krishna's neck is composed of 193 delicately handcrafted flowers, petal by petal. A perfect piece to give or decorate, made in Spain by Lladró’s expert artisans.

For thousands of years, these majestic creatures have represented the best omens in Eastern culture. Artists at the Lladró High Porcelain workshop have recreated this ancient tradition in these limited edition pieces, richly decorated with lustres and various textures and finishes. These lions, inspired by traditional statues of bronze, iron or granite which flank the doors of palaces, temples and noble houses in various Eastern countries, are presented in pairs and protect the buildings from evil spirits. Seen from the front, the male is located on the right and takes care of the structure, represented by the ball he holds with his leg, while the female is located on the left and cares for the inhabitants. This lioness is paired with the guardian lion (black) and there are two other decorative versions. Black, blue and silver tones are predominant in its ornamentation, giving the piece a very modern air. Artists of the High Porcelain workshop recreate and embellish every detail of the piece, such as the elaborate ornamentation of the skirts and chest plates, the introduction of the necklace as a decorative element and the lavish modelling of the manes and tails. Authentic filigree work makes these impressive sculptures a work halfway between the thousand-year-old tradition and the maker´s creation.

A symbol of power and prosperity in Eastern culture, this magical creature, the bearer of good luck, is the protagonist in this spectacular High Porcelain limited edition. The hundreds of scales covering its skin are individually hand painted in different shades of blue, which gives it a special shine and which is an extremely laborious technique requiring the expertise of the finest artists. The luminosity distinguishing its spectacular embellishment is attained by combining gloss and satin finishes. The complexity of the dragon´s shape and the great number of small details make the process of its creation extremely difficult, from the modelling of the original sculpture through to its final firing in the kiln.