Lladró Collector’s Society Plaque (Don Quixote)
Decorative ceramic plaque in bas-relief • Designed by the Lladró design team (sculpted by Salvador Furió or Francisco Catalá) for the Lladró Collector’s Society.
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modernist / Contemporary Figurative Porcelain
Medium & Technique
Hard-paste bisque porcelain; cast in relief with a matte finish and transfer-printed signatures.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Circa 1985-2000)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 4 x 6 inches (landscape orientation, slightly curved/convex format).
Subject Description
The plaque depicts a seated Don Quixote in a gaunt, stylized profile, holding a sword. It features the embossed Lladró logo and facsimile signatures of the founding Lladró brothers: Juan, José, and Vicente.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the matte bisque surface shows minor surface dust and small dark scuffs consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $75 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $60 USD
Provenance History
Originally issued as a promotional item or membership gift for the Lladró Collector’s Society (est. 1985). Likely sourced from a private estate collection.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the height of brand-based collecting in the late 20th century. Don Quixote is Lladró's most iconic subject matter, symbolizing the company's Spanish heritage and idealistic craftsmanship.
Notable Features
Features the unique triple facsimilie signature of the founder brothers and the characteristic 'Collectors Society' identifier embossed below the main logo.
Condition Issues
Visible minor surface spotting/foxing likely from environmental soot or handling oils; no visible chips or hairline cracks.
Conservation Recommendations
Clean with a soft brush or a mild detergent-free solution. Display in a dust-free environment; matte porcelain is porous and captures surface dirt easily.