You could have Rare Lladró figurines worth up to £48k at home – check now

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Many hope their treasured ornaments could one day fetch a small fortune - but how much are they actually worth today?

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Lladró figurines were a familiar sight in British homes, with the delicate porcelain ornaments often taking pride of place on mantelpieces.

Many owners have held on to their collections over the years, hoping they might one day sell them for a tidy profit or pass them down as treasured family heirlooms.

However, not every piece has stood the test of time when it comes to value, with some now worth far less than collectors might have expected.

The famous Spanish porcelain brand dates back to the 1950s, when three brothers - Juan, José and Vicente Lladró - began creating plates, vases and ceramic figurines from their home in the village of Almàssera.

What began as a modest family business rapidly evolved into a globally recognised brand, with the firm developing its characteristic aesthetic and exploring novel materials throughout subsequent decades.

By the 1980s, Lladró was growing internationally, establishing subsidiaries in Japan and China in 1986 before unveiling its inaugural museum and gallery in New York in 1988.

Its Collectors' Society, established in 1985, ultimately drew more than 100,000 members.

As preferences shifted, the firm started introducing more modern designs in the 2000s, expanding beyond its conventional porcelain figurines.

Currently, its ranges feature sculptures, lighting, tableware and jewellery, alongside partnerships with prominent designers such as Paul Smith, Rolito and Gary Baseman.

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