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

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