Lladro Endless Love Swans (#6585)

Lladró’s Endless Love figurine (#6585) features two swans with elegantly curved necks that meet to form a heart—an iconic symbol of everlasting love. This romantic composition captures the lifelong bond swans are known for and conveys serenity, unity, and affection in graceful porcelain form.

• Finish: Gloss
• Dimensions (H x W x L): 5" x 10¾" x 4"
• Original Box Included: No
• Imperfections: One link missing from female swan’s necklace (see photo #7)
• Retired: No (MSRP $385 on lladro.com)

Background & Inspiration
Inspired by the enduring symbolism of swans, Endless Love celebrates lifelong devotion. Swans famously mate for life, making them a universal emblem of fidelity and romantic permanence. Lladró’s interpretation of this powerful image is tender and poetic—two swans gently arching their necks to form a heart shape as they gaze into each other’s eyes.

The figurine’s name speaks to its purpose: to mark special moments—weddings, anniversaries, declarations of love—and to preserve those feelings through time. As Lladró describes it, few love symbols are as elegant and timeless as the heart-shaped embrace of swans. Endless Love blends natural grace with deep emotional significance, making it a meaningful and memorable decorative piece.

Design & Sculptor
Endless Love was sculpted by José Puche, a veteran Lladró artist celebrated for his romantic and emotionally expressive works. Puche’s attention to detail and ability to capture intimacy in porcelain are evident throughout this piece. He is also known for similar sentimental works such as Here Comes the Bride and Happy Anniversary.

In this composition, one swan wears a soft blue bow tie, suggesting a groom, while the other is adorned with pastel porcelain flowers on her head and neck. Their poses are harmonious and balanced, reflecting mutual devotion. Puche’s sculpting gives the swans not only anatomical elegance but distinct personality. The result is a romantic vignette infused with charm and warmth.

Release & Production History
Endless Love was introduced in 1999 as part of Lladró’s open-edition porcelain line and remains in active production today. It quickly gained popularity for its symbolic design, especially as a gift for weddings, anniversaries, and romantic celebrations.

Over the years, Lladró has released special Re-Deco variants of this figurine:

• Silver Luster Edition (2007): Adds metallic silver accents while retaining the original sculpt.
• Golden Luster Edition (#01009304): Features 24k gold beaks, a gold bow tie, and matte white flowers—offering a luxurious reinterpretation of the original.

These editions provide options for different aesthetic tastes while preserving the central theme of eternal love. The continued demand for Endless Love—now in its third decade of availability—speaks to its timeless appeal and status as a Lladró classic.

Craftsmanship & Notable Details
As with all Lladró pieces, Endless Love is handcrafted in Valencia, Spain using the company’s proprietary hard-paste porcelain and time-honored techniques.

Porcelain Construction
The figurine is made from multiple hand-cast components that are assembled using porcelain slip and refined by artisans. Details such as feather texture on the wings and the swans’ gentle facial expressions are etched with precision before firing. Hand-shaped porcelain flowers are added by specialist flower artisans, a hallmark of Lladró’s craftsmanship.

Finish & Decoration
The glossy white glaze provides a luminous finish that reflects light beautifully across the swans’ forms. Pastel accents—blue for the male swan’s bow tie, soft pink and yellow for the female swan’s floral garlands—are carefully hand-painted. The swans’ beaks and eyes are also subtly painted to enhance realism.

Size & Presence
At just over 10 inches wide, Endless Love has a modest footprint but a strong visual impact due to its heart-shaped composition and emotional resonance. The swans appear to float gently side-by-side, evoking peace, harmony, and unity.

Kiln-Firing Process
Once assembled and painted, the figurine is coated in clear glaze and fired at over 1,300°C (2,372°F) to vitrify the porcelain and fuse the glaze. The result is a smooth, durable, and radiant finish that enhances the sculpture’s purity and visual appeal. Each piece is individually inspected for quality before release.

Collectibility Notes
While Endless Love is still in production, earlier versions—especially those in pristine condition or with the original box—are prized by collectors. The parasol-like floral necklace on the female swan is delicate, and many vintage pieces are found with missing or repaired flowers, making intact examples more desirable.

The figurine is often used as a romantic centerpiece, wedding cake topper, or commemorative gift. Its elegant balance of design and emotion makes it suitable for any setting that celebrates love and connection.