Lladró

A further area for confusion is that the names of the pieces can change throughout their run so the same figurine can often end up with several titles. The gifted-only organization Mensa International was originally to be named mens in the sense of "mind", but took instead the name Mensa (Latin: table) to avoid ambiguity with "men's" in English and "mens" in other languages. Lladró figurines are given an additional title in English as well as the Spanish original, however these names are frequently not translations (figurative or literal) but new names that are more likely to appeal to an English speaking audience. The Latin word mens expresses the idea of "mind" and forms the origin of English words like mental. Enthusiasm for the items produced by the Lladró brothers saw their small workshop expand several times until eventually they moved to Tavernes Blanques in 1958. Her festival was celebrated on May 8. Starting with items such as vases and jugs, it wasn't until 1956 that they started producing the scupltures for which they are now most famous. In Roman mythology, Mens personified thought, consciousness and the mind.

The company was founded in 1953 by three brothers, Juan, José and Vicente Lladró, in the village of Almácera near Valencia. You spell it Lladró but you say "jadró". Lladró is a Spanish company based in Tavernes Blanques, Valencia that produces high quality porcelain figures. 2004, Lladró Privilege Gold, a new level of loyalty programme within the Privilege program.

2001, Lladró Privilege, a new customer loyalty programme, takes over from the Lladró Collectors Society. 1993, Lladró receives the Principe Felipe award for internationalisation. 1988, on September 18 in New York the Lladró Museum and Gallery is opened on 57th Street in Manhattan. 1986, Lladró forms an alliance with the Mitsui Group creating a subsidiary called Bussan Lladró based in Tokyo.

The first annual sculpture, called "Little Pals", can fetch several thousand dollars at auction due to the small number of members able to purchase it in the early years. 1985, the Collector's Society is formed. They underwent a long apprenticeship before they were permitted responsibility in the company. One child of each of the founding members.

1984, Rosa, Mari Carmen and Juan Vicente Lladró joined the company. The Elite Collection is also launched. 1974, the first blue emblem, consisting of a bellflower and ancient chemical symbol, appears on the base to show the origin of the sculpture. 1973, Lladró buys 50% of the North American company Weil Ceramics & Glass.

It has earthy colours and is used frequently in natural themes. 1970, Lladró begins to use a new material, gres, for its sculptures. Currently over 2000 people work here. It took 2 years to build and was designed to provide the best environment that encourages the artistic development of works produced.

1969, on October 13, the City of Porcelain is opened by the Spanish Minister for Industry. It still operates today keeping alive the vision and philosophy of the brothers by imparting it to a new generation. 1962, the brothers open the Professional Training School at their site in Tavernes Blanques to share their knowledge and experience.