“The Inventor of the Fig-Eater” is a representation of a personal observation of a fig-eater in earthenware, glazed and decorated according to the traditional technique of manual glazing by dipping and hand-painting on glass.
Enhanced by a branch in natural brass, cast according to the manual sand casting process. Purely decorative piece. The piece is handmade and may present small variations.

Micro-corrugated cardboard box, wrapped in a paper band (olin) containing the illustration and synopsis of the story “The Inventor of the Fig-Eater”, made exclusively for this piece.

Laboratório d’Estórias is a Portuguese design studio that reimagines traditional ceramics through storytelling and craftsmanship. Based in Caldas da Rainha, a region rich in ceramic heritage, they blend age-old techniques with contemporary creativity to craft unique, handcrafted pieces inspired by Portuguese folklore. Each creation is more than an object—it’s a tale brought to life, merging tradition with modern artistry.

Discover the magic of Portuguese storytelling in ceramic form.