A beautiful member of the Lladro Nativity collection, the Heavenly Message sculpture depicts the angel who appeared to announce the birth of Christ to the shepherds in the field. Crafted from premium porcelain with a naturalistic gres finish, the angel in the piece wears a serenely joyful expression, stands lightly on a cloud base, and bears a banner reading, “Gloria In Excelsis Deo!” Thanks to its lovely design and message, the sculpture can be part of a crèche or stand on its own. An original design by sculptor Joan Coderch, it stands 12-1/4 inches high and first entered the Lladro catalog in 2006.Founded by a trio of Spanish brothers in 1953, Lladro is known the world over for superb craftsmanship and timeless images. Designed by artists and created by skilled artisans, each piece is fashioned in the company’s City of Porcelain workshops in Valencia. Perfect gifts and favorites with collectors, Lladro sculptures make beautiful additions to the home and are sure to become treasured heirlooms.