Available for purchase is a monumental Lladro sculpture titled "Dolphins" (#6436). The Spanish name for this piece is "Delfines". This large porcelain figurine depicts a pod of 4 dolphins playfully jumping out of the water over cresting ocean waves. This figurine was sculpted by Francisco Catalá and has a glaze finish. It was originally issued in 1997 and retired in 2004.  

This Lladro figurine is HUGE and quite heavy. It measures about 21 1/4" long, 6" wide, and 8" tall. The underside of the base has the current Lladro mark that was first used in 1990. This figurine last retailed for $1,200 new and has a current retail value of $1,150. This large piece comes with a wooden base and its original box with paperwork. I purchased this Lladro sculpture at a recent estate sale. It was originally purchased from a Lladro retailer on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.

If you're not already familiar with the Lladro company, it was founded during the 1950's in Valencia, Spain by three brothers. Juan, Jose, and Vicente Lladro created their own formula for porcelain paste and refined the production process. After studying at the Valencia School of Arts & Crafts, they started producing figurines in a backyard kiln and are now famous for creating some of the best porcelain in the world. Their style is unmistakable, and their figurines are prized by collectors worldwide.

Condition of this Lladro figurine is EXCELLENT with no chips, cracks, crazing, or repairs. It looks fantastic and displays beautifully. This figurine was part of a large collection and was very well cared for. The wooden base has a few very minor scuff marks and the box shows some wear. Please take a close look at the many photos I've provided and judge condition for yourself. I'm confident you'll be very pleased with this purchase!

If you collect Lladro figurines, particularly their monumental pieces, don't miss your opportunity to purchase this offering. As I mentioned previously, this sculpture has been retired since 2004. My Buy It Now price of only $949 is a bargain for this collectible piece, especially with the base and box. So, buy this figurine now before someone else beats you to the deal!

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