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Eduardo Olascuaga Of Monfort Atelier, A Manufacturer Of Ceramic Collectible Statuettes And Figurines From Uruguay


How did you start the first time in the import export business?

We started an art workshop in Spain in 1976, where I worked in sculpture, drawing and ceramics. The ceramic production, statuettes, figurines provided our main income.

In 1987 we decided to return to Uruguay (I have both nationalities) and started the ceramic production in a larger scale. My knowledge of the European market after 11 years of experience was of great help. In an old wine yard building we started the ceramic collectible figurines production, a 100% export manufacturing business, and in 1989 I started exhibiting at Messe Frankfurt. This made a strong difference, our small company was playing now in the top leagues.





Until 2005 we kept on working successfully. In this year we started a 2nd company, Monfort premoldeados, which produces floor tiles and cement materials for architecture and construction. As it is imaginable the small company is powerful not for its output but for its designs and handcrafted finishes, new ideas and solutions for minimalistic architecture.

About Your Business:

We manufacture ceramic collectible statuettes and figurines as general giftware with over 20 years experience as exhibitors, exporters in Messe Frankfurt. Our collectible figures include all professions, funny street personages in everyday situations totaling 120 models. People Collection by Monfort includes a strong packing as very special gift boxes. FOB prices are ranging between 7 and 12 dollars FOB. All production is entirely handmade and painted.

Contact Name: Eduardo Olascuaga
Company Name: Monfort Atelier
Country: Uruguay
Email Address: eduardoolascuaga@gmail.com
Website: http://monfortatelier.blogspot.com/
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