Fallas, football and paella are some of the things that the Spanish city of Valencia is most passionate about, yet it is the exquisite porcelain of Lladró that is most recognised all over the world. “For years, overseas visitors came to Valencia for us,” says Rosa, daughter of founder Juan Lladró. “And these were the days before the city was spruced up with attractions and exciting events. We continue to connect to people, even the younger generation,” she adds.
It all started in 1953 when three brothers who had a passion for porcelain, began their first creations by using a small Moorish furnace in their parents’ backyard. In the early days, Juan (the eldest), José and Vicente experimented with items like vases and jugs. In 1956, they started producing sculptures,…
