Jose Santaeulalia 'Lladro x Pikachu' Sculpture Pre-Sale Available
Artist: Jose Santaeulalia
Title: Lladro x Pikachu
Medium: Porcelain Sculpture
Size: 9.8 x 9 x 5.5 Inches
Edition: UNSURE
Prices: $840
José Santaeulalia Serrán, is a highly regarded Valencian sculptor and draftsman born in Valencia, Spain, in 1975. Emerging from a prestigious, multi generational lineage of fallero artists, he is part of the third generation following his grandfather Salvador Santaeulalia and his father Miguel Santaeulalia. While his familial roots are deeply tied to traditional Fallas art, Jose has carved a unique, globally recognized career primarily focusing on high quality porcelain sculpture for the luxury, collectible brand Lladró. He was naturally exposed to artistic creativity from a young age due to his family background. His formal professional journey with Lladró began in 1994, when he secured a coveted scholarship to train at their workshops, with preparation assistance from his brother Miguel, who was already working for the Valencian company. After three years of intensive, specialized learning, he joined the staff as a sculptor, focusing on creating pieces defined by delicate expressions, high level craftsmanship, and natural gestures.Remove
Over his 22 year tenure with the company, José Santaeulalia has art directed numerous projects, meticulously overseeing every stage from initial, conceptual ideas to sketches, moodboards, and final designs. His expertise led to major international tours, where he performed live, on site sculpture exhibitions at Lladró boutiques worldwide. A significant accomplishment in his portfolio is his role in creating some of the largest porcelain pieces in company history, most notably the complex "Carnival in Venice". His exceptional craftsmanship has garnered attention from specialized, high end art publications such as ImagineFX, which highlighted his ability to create intricate, textured works.
Beyond his work with Lladró, his artistry has been recognized in exhibition settings. In early 2025, his career was showcased in an integral exhibition at the Carme Center in Valencia, titled 'Santaeulalia', which displayed his figures, sketches, and design projects. His work, often featured in specialized catalogs and galleries like Level 2 Gallery in Valencia, demonstrates a versatility in both traditional and modern sculptural techniques. Famous pieces of art designed by Josete Santaeulalia include the Gondola of Venice, the Flowers market sculpture, and the Shogun creation, which is a meticulously, hand engraved matte black porcelain piece. His works, such as the "Andalusian Spring" and "Santas Sack of Dreams," have been featured in major international auction houses, cementing his reputation among art collectors.
