- Brand: Lladró
- Material: Porcelain
- Color: White and gold
- Finish: Matte with golden lustre
- Height: 28 cm / 11 in
- Width: 38 cm / 15 in
- Depth: 27 cm / 10.6 in
- Weight: 1.4 kg / 3.1 lbs
- Launch Year: 2019
- Item: Icarus Porcelain Sculpture
- Sculptor: Ernest Massuet
- Made in Spain
- Packaging: Gift box included.
Matte Porcelain Sculpture Inspired by Greek Mythology
The Lladró Icarus Porcelain Figurine captures the ambition and daring of one of the most fascinating heroes of Greek mythology. Crafted in white matte porcelain with elegant golden lustre details, this expressive porcelain sculpture represents the human desire for freedom, discovery and the courage to reach beyond perceived limits.
In Greek mythology, Icarus attempted to escape captivity by flying with wings made from feathers and wax. Despite his father Daedalus’s warning, he flew too close to the sun, causing the wax to melt. Lladró’s interpretation evokes this legendary moment, transforming the story into a sculptural expression of determination, aspiration and the risks of ambition.
The white matte porcelain finish highlights the figure’s sculptural contours and carefully modelled form. Golden lustre accents introduce a metallic contrast, drawing attention to selected details and adding a refined decorative element. The balance between the understated white surface and the warm gold finish gives the composition a distinctive presence.
The Lladró Icarus Porcelain Figurine suits contemporary interiors and spaces featuring classical art. Its symbolism makes it a meaningful gift for collectors and admirers of Greek mythology.