In 1953 Juan, Jose, and Vincente Lladro founded the Lladro company in Almassera, Spain.  It was their mother, who had a passion for porcelain, who enrolled them at the Valencia School of Arts, as young boys.  In the beginning, they sold their wares at local markets.  However, the pieces attracted attention due to their precision and detail.
 
Nao figurines are hand-made in Spain by highly skilled Lladro artisans.  The Nao collection numbers almost 300 elegant life-inspired porcelain figurines created to illustrate the unforgettable moments of life.
 
"Boy Carrying Dog on Back" depicts a boy carrying his new puppy home in a sack.  He measures 8" tall and is in mint condition.