Porcelana + Vanguardia: Unveiling Lladró's Avant-Garde Porcelain at Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas

This exhibition at the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas highlights the experimental and artistic achievements of Lladró, a renowned Spanish ceramic company. It features unique designs created in collaboration with major artists, showcasing the versatile possibilities of porcelain in avant-garde creations.

The exhibition 'Porcelana + Vanguardia' at the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas presents a collection of unique designs from the ceramic company Lladró, emphasizing their experimental and artistic achievements. Founded in 1953 by the Lladró brothers, the firm has consistently pushed the boundaries of porcelain craftsmanship. This exhibition showcases pieces that result from collaborations with renowned creators who have explored original formal solutions for this material, moving beyond Lladró's traditional decorative figures. The museum hosts this display as part of its mission to promote cultural industries in the decorative arts and design sector, highlighting Lladró as an example of an economically significant cultural activity in Spain. The collection combines tradition with innovative spirit, utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques while evoking the uniqueness of individual pieces. The exhibition is divided into two sections: works conceived by Lladró's own creators, representing a different approach to porcelain figuration, and a selection of artist proofs from recent collections in collaboration with external creators, presented in dialogue with historical models. Visitors can expect to see large formats, innovative finishes, and avant-garde designs that offer a surprising and alternative image of the Lladró brand. The activity of the Lladró firm began in 1953 when three brothers united their efforts to establish a small workshop for the artisanal manufacture of porcelain. Their artistic talent led to early success, and by the mid-1960s, they were already exporting their creations. This marked a progressive expansion and international recognition that continues to this day. Lladró continuously seeks renewal in style and technique, complementing its classic line of decorative porcelain figures. 'Porcelana + Vanguardia' is a direct outcome of this experimentation, aiming to introduce the wider public to Lladró's most notable pieces that demonstrate porcelain's potential for avant-garde creation rooted in artisanal product values. The selection includes works by the firm's creators and external collaborators, engaging in a dialogue with historical models.

The exhibition is open from Tuesday to Saturdays from 9:30 to 15:00, and Sundays and holidays from 10:00 to 15:00. There is an evening opening on Thursdays from 17:00 to 20:00, except from July 15th to September 15th. The museum is closed on Mondays and May 1st. Please refer to the museum's official channels for any specific ticketing or admission details not provided here.