Classic sterling and wood (either ebony or rosewood) necklace by silver master, William Spratling. Measures 17" long. Accompanied by a handwritten note from the collector who purchased this directly from Spratling in Mexico in 1962.
Extraordinary sterling with copper butterfly brooch by silver master, William Spratling. The mate to this amazing piece is on the cover of the recently published revised edition of "Mexican Silver: Modern Hand-wrought Jewelry and Metalwork" by Morrill and Berk. Measures an astounding 4" tall and 3 1/2" wide; 1940-46 hallmark. Has 2 tiny dents that could be hammered out but I did not feel were distracting enough to do so. Essentially in excellent, original condition. This is t ...click for details
One of the most dramatic and unusual of Los Castillo's bracelets. This huge, domed sterling silver cuff has beautiful blue and green azure malachite banding across the center. Measures 2 1/8" wide. Fits average size wrist. Has a dimple that shows in certain light; otherwise very good condition. circa 1950.
Wonderfully graceful Horse Head silver brooch by Antonio Pineda. High quality, 970 silver. Unlike much of his other work that is usually more abstract. Excellent condition; unusually well hallmarked. Bar measures 2" long; head is 1" tall. Circa 1960.
Exquisite hammered sterling silver beads by Tane, Mexico's most elegant silver design firm. Clasp cleverly made as part of one of the balls. Heavy weight; excellent condition. The largest bead measures approximately 4" in circumference. Measures 16 1/4" in length.
This is one of the rarest, largest and most dramatic of Spratling's pieces. It was made to be worn as either a brooch or a pendant. It is on a beautifully handmade chain, (though not by Spratling) that seems to be of the same period as the piece. Measures almost 4" in diameter. Chain is 29"long. 1940 - 1946 hallmark. Azur malachite is a rich deep blue with a bit of green.
This bold bracelet is definitely one of Sigi's best. Beautifully made; heavy weight. Illustrated in "Mexican Silver" and described as a custom design. Stones are rich variations of blues and greens. Difficult to photograph (sorry about the reflections) but easy to wear. Measures approximately 7 1/2' in circumference and 1 1/4" wide. Circa 1960.
Rare sterling silver bracelet with moonstones by Antonio Pineda. Undulating, sensuous design. Measures approximately 8" in length; 1" wide. Excellent condition. Antonio crown hallmark is visible not crisp. Circa 1960.
