Zaphir Porcelain Duck Figurine, Valencia Spain, Hand Painted, Lladro Nao Style, 1980s

Ornamental duck figurine made of polychrome porcelain by the Zaphir manufactory, originating from Valencia, Spain.

Object History: Zaphir was a prestigious brand linked to the sculptors of the Lladró house, primarily active between the late 1970s and the 1980s. Its pieces are recognized for the quality of their hard-paste porcelain and for being the direct predecessors of the current Nao by Lladró line. This figurine stands out for its anatomical realism and the use of glossy glazes typical of the Valencian school.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1980s
- Technique: Hand-modeled and hand-painted porcelain with a glazed finish
- Height: 15.5 cm (6.1 inches)
- Weight: 310 g (0.68 lbs)
- Material: High-quality porcelain
- Condition: Excellent state of preservation, no cracks, restorations, or missing glaze.

Collection Value: A representative specimen of 20th-century Spanish artistic ceramics, ideal for collectors of Valencia porcelain or for interior decoration with a naturalistic theme.