Valentin Vidaurreta was a designer during the Spratling era and many collectors believe the very best of all. His work as in this treasure is stunning. Pieces signed by him are so rare as he was not in Taxco a great deal of time in his life. Much of his work was brought to fruition in Hector Aguilar's shop, hence the eagle 9 stamped on this necklace. There is 17 inches of wearable length and a bit over 1 in. tall. The weight is a heavy 124 grams. The condition is without a flaw or any damage...

The workmanship of Hector Aguilar is magnificent. This authentic properly signed Aguilar necklace shows the deep lines of hand chasing and is tipped off with the handmade small balls on each link top and bottom. The width is .75in. and the length is a wearable of 16.25in. long. Pure quality of better than sterling at 940 silver always shows up as a lovely color to the metal that is sought after. The patina is lovely and natural...

A fantastic sterling and azur-malachite necklace and matching screwback earrings by Taxco silversmith Enrique Ledesma. Known for his impeccable way of fusing stone with silver, this set is an astounding example of his skill. The teardrop shaped links are vertical and then horizontal. The color of the stones a beautiful mottled green. Fine original condition, the necklace is 17 1/2" end to end and 1 1/4" wide at the vertical front links. Secure push in clasp...

Exceptional vintage sterling silver and amethyst bracelet designed & signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist artist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). Measuring 1 inch wide and 6 3/4 wearable inches long. 8 hand carved amethyst columns are bezel set and reflected within concave silver alcoves. Slide in clasp and safety chain are tight and secure. The ancient stones are in perfect condition. Fully hallmarked on the reverse...

Beautiful carving in the Balinese Art Deco style made of heavy tropical wood. Bearded man traditionally dressed with kris on his back, holding and feeding his gamecock. Condition: filled crack going through one foot and base. Dimension: 52.7 cm high, weight: 3'045 g.

An astounding and extremely rare sterling pill box in the form of an articulated fish by William Spratling.The head of the fish opens to reveal a 1" deep compartment to keep whatever you wish. All of the scales move and make you feel sure that this fish can swim. Measuring 6 1/4" long and 2" at the widest point, it is in beautiful original condition and weighs 82 grams. It is signed with the WS script mark and eagle 30 which ,according to the spratlingsilver.com website, dates it c. 1951-56...

Sculptural wave and beaded sterling silver bracelet designed c. 1950-60's by modernist Taxco, Mexico designer Antonio Pineda(1919-2009). Cuff interior measures 5 1/2" from end to end with a 1" gap opening and measures 1 1/4 inch high. Weighs 79 grams, 2.08 oz. Hallmarked with the Antonio crown, ANTONIO, TAXCO, 970, eagle, HECHO EN MEXICO, LOS CASTILLO COOP. P. 139-40 of Bille Hougart's book THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEXICAN SILVER TRADE & HALLMARKS show and explain examples of this combination of marks...

Measuring 4 inches in diameter x 2 inches in height, this colorful, French, LeBene wax tin dates to the 1950's. The lithographed tin still contains a bit of wax. It is in very fine condition with some very light superficial rubs and teeny scratches here and there to the surface of the tin. No rust! A very visually-appealing piece that displays quite well with its vivid black and yellow colors contrasting superbly with the background black.

This is an exquisite sterling bracelet with large cabachon emerald and obsidian stones and pearls by Salvador Teran. The bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside, 1 1/2" wide at the widest point and weighs 64 grams. It opens and closes in the back and has an intact safety chain. It is all original and in fine condition...

Signed by Sergio who is known for impeccable quality in his works and designs. The photo shows the necklace paired with a Chrysoprase Antonio Pineda bracelet that is absolutely stunning together and is also listed on my site for purchase. The necklace is 16 inches wearable and the hinged sides raise and lower as you move to always have a beautiful look and feel. The stone is perfect with no chips or flaws and is Chrysoprase which glistens in the light. There is patina on the necklace which I wil...

Salvador Teran was one of the important Mexican designers from the Spratling Era and this elegant and early pearl and stone necklace bares his signature. Partially rubbed but the signature is there. The weight is 53 grams and has a 16in. wearable length. The drop is 3in. across and is one inch tall. The chain is half an inch wide and is built on a curve to round the neck. The drop is not symmetrical and the stone is a sea foam aqua green / blue in color. It does have some natural rock matrix run...

An original Japanese color woodblock print from the series "Collection of Scenic Views of Japan; Eastern Japan Edition" by the Shin Hanga artist Kawase Hasui (1883 - 1957). Later printing in the 1950's, reverse with purchase date in pencil: 20.01.1951. Signed and sealed, left margin with title and dated March 1935. Left corner with circular seal (6 mm) of publisher Watanabe Shozaburo. See Kendall H. Brown: "Kawase Hasui: The complete woodblock prints": No. 309. Condition: upper margin with two ...

Heavy 940 sterling silver "dimpled dots fertility" bracelet designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico artist & silver maestro Hector Aguilar. Bracelet measures 1 inch wide and 7" long. Weighs 114 grams, or 4oz. Slide pin closure with attached safety chain is tight and secure. Fully hallmarked HA TAXCO 940 eagle # 9. Beautiful patina and excellent condition with no dents, dings or repairs. Pictured on p. 100 of Penny Morrill's MEXICAN SILVER and on p. 28 of SILVER MASTERS OF MEXICO. Insur...

I have always seen this signed Aguilar but it has been thought to be a Valentin Vidaurreta design. It is thought to resemble a Mask and is a sleek jewel at 5/8's inches tall and weighs a mere 27 grams of thick silver. The silver is 940 pure and with no damage but plenty of glare. There is a natural dark patina.

 

Properly signed Margot de Taxco by Margot Van Voorhies Carr. The construction is open backed repousse with a strong frame around the edges that make it not bendable as well as 70 grams of silver thickness. This silver is exceptionally higher than 925. The gap is 1 inch and the diameter for fit is 2.25in. The height of the cuff is 1 7/8th inches tall. This is an example without damage and is also a very rare Margot. This should be at the top of any collectors list.

Signed Stamped Marked Wrap Ring: "Hecho en Mexico" 925 around "AAR", "Sterling Taxco" and 2 other numbers: 63?, that may be the 'matching style' number to a set perhaps, or the maker's assay? Deeply chased fish like motif as seen in one or two books. SOLD, no price, no info

Elegant sterling silver and black obsidian necklace designed and signed circa 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). The necklace will comfortably fit up to a 16 1/2" neck. The necklace drapes beautifully and is in exquisite condition with no issues. Fully hallmarked. The clasp is tight and secure. Antonio designs have been included in numerous museum collections and exhibits.

Exquisite and rare 970 silver pendant with a large inset onyx tube and singular pearl by Antonio Pineda. A great geometric Modernist design, this pendant measures 2 3/4" by 1 3/4" and weighs 59 grams. There is a bail on the reverse to accommodate a chain. I have never seen this piece before, however there is a belt buckle with similar design and onyx tubes featured on page 143 of the catalogue from the Antonio Pineda exhibit that was held at the Fowler Museum at UCLA titled SILVER SEDUCTION THE ...

Margot van Voorheis Carr designed this wonderful, swirls and beads jeweled bracelet with great skill. She opened her own Taller in Taxco when she divorced Antonio Castillo and created a legacy in her silver designs. The piece is .75in. wide and weighs 40 grams heavy. It is quite rare to find this design with turquoise stones. This jewel exudes an extremely strong presence and is certainly a joy to wear.

This darling, late 1950’s, foreign-made toy with gorgeous, colorful lithography measures approximately 10" tall and is in superb condition-- even retaining its original box!

This neat toy features four adorable blinky-eyed Golliwogs that perform individual somersaults as the Merry Go Round spins round and the tiny bell rings! This toy works quite nicely and comes with its original, metal, wind-up key!

This sweet toy appears to have been virtually unused with no wear evident other than s...

One of the demanding techniques the Los Castillo workshop is credited with, onix negro (black onyx) was introduced by them in the world of Taxco silver-smithing in the early 1950s and it has resulted in some amazing pieces of jewelry. Set within a carefully carved piece of flat-cut black onyx, the silver elements of a design are then ground down to match the stone surface in a seamless, perfect plane. The technique was picked up and experimented with by a few other Taxco maestros and it was also...

Smashing, LARGE mixed metals belt buckle in the form of a fish by Antonio Pineda. Although several of the Taxco silversmiths worked with mixed metals, I have never seen a piece before in mixed metals by Antonio so I would think this belt buckle to be quite rare. Very mid-century modern and minimalist in design, it is beautiful and whimsical. It measures 5" by 2" and is in fine original condition. Comprised of sterling silver, copper, brass and a black enamel eye, it weighs 79 grams. Signed for A...

Striking sterling necklace by Reveriano Castillo. He was among the first apprentices with William Spratling and later worked with Hector Aguilar at the Taller Borda. In 1952, he and Maria Castillo opened their own shop that they called "REVERI". This necklace is simple and elegant as typical of their style. It measures 16" end to end, is 1" wide and weighs 68 grams. Fine original condition and signed with his RC mark as shown. Feels and looks wonderful on the neck.

41 in. long and 3/8th inch tall. The weight is 199 grams of quality silver work. We have a signature and eagle of Villasana and the finer chain hanging from the tassels which indicate the oldest rope necklaces of the era. The tassels have a beautiful brushed silver top and a braided bottom. I will be listing a smaller in diameter one this week as well. There is a clamp to go with it when tying at different lengths or just tie as shown. A picture will be added later of the clamp. I can not be wi...

An outstanding and rare mid-century sterling, copper and carved amethyst frogs bracelet by female Mexican silversmith Carmen Beckmann. Her work is unique and highly skilled. This 6 panel sterling bracelet alternates applied copper designs and prong held carved amethyst quartz frogs.A fabulous combination of color, texture, materials and subjects. It measures 6 1/2" end to end, is 1 1/4" wide and has a pin closure and safety chain. It weighs 60 grams and is in fine original condition. Signed Beck...

Margot de Taxco design 5149 is a rare clam shell that is 1 1/8th inches high and has a wearable length of 16 inches. The weight is 104.6 grams heavy. Margot Van Voorhies was one of the famed designers from the Mexican Silver Renaissance. Her work is divine and only quality heavy repousse was used. The repousse gives it the depth and dimension that is seen on these incredible pieces of jewelry. No dents or damage of any kind. Collector quality and rare,just LOOK AT THAT NEKCLACE!

Sterling overlay and three-dimensional stone frogs turn this Carmen Beckmann necklace into a small sculpture gallery around the neck! One of the few known to us female contributors to Mexico's 20th c. Silver Renaissance albeit active a little later than the beginnings of the big Mexico City and Taxco workshops, she was based in San Miguel de Allende in the 1950s and 1960s and that is where she created most of her jewelry. Quite often borrowing motifs from Spratling's earlier pieces, Beckmann's j...

Another Margot van Voorhies Carr masterpiece properly hallmarked Margot de Taxco and without eagle sixteen as her very earliest work had no eagle and sometimes eagle 1. This is a very early design #5161. This example is one of the finest I have found. It is extra large weighing 90 grams heavy and is taller than most at 1.5in. tall. No damage or flaws just some flecks of patina which is warm and fabulous. Collector and museum quality.

Filipe Martinez was well known at being the best stone cutter laying the stone next to the silver with no space in between. This is an outstanding example of such. The obsidian is a turned on sheen so strong I photographed and different light levels to help you see it in an in person sort of way. The necklace is 16 inches long 1.25 inches tall as well as the bracelet and the earrings. The bracelet is 7in. long. There is a 216 gram combined weight. A rare collectors set, just LOOK AT THAT NECKLAC...

Graceful and sensuous sterling silver necklace designed and signed circa 1950 by Taxco, Mexico artist William Spratling(1900-67). The necklace measures 17 wearable inches long. The wrapped twisted silver design and subtle interior vermeil contrast creates a three dimensional effect. Signed on the back WS 925. Beautiful condition with gorgeous vintage patina. No dents, dings or repairs. Spratling referred to this design as "Colar Gola". Rarely seen on the market this necklace was featured in the ...

Pre Columbian, Pre Colonial, Sun Aztec Toltec idol god motif Figural Pendant Pin mrk'd: "ADO" for Albert Diaz Ocampo, who worked for Taller Borda and Rancho Allegre, "Taxco Mexico 925" and assay mark on bail. 10 Grams and is 2 1/4" across. SOLD, no price, no info

Bold, beautiful & rare this eye catching solid 970 sterling silver bracelet was designed & signed c. 1950's by Taxco, Mexico modernist Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). The bracelet measures 3/4" wide & 8" long. Because of the toggle closure the wearable wrist size is about 6 3/4". It weighs a hefty 100 grams. Each end of the toggle is set with a faceted garnet stone. There are 8 loops for adding your favorite charms. Hallmarked with ANTONIO crown, 970 & eagle # 17. Beautiful condition and excellent p...

Parisian Girl by Roger Etienne (1922s - 1980s) Etienne was born in Paris in 1922 and as far as I know is still living in Southern California. He is a well listed and popular French impressionist who worked in a variety of media, oil, gouache, pastel and or charcoal, some of his paintings are a collage with pieces of French newspaper incorporated in them. He painted landscapes, pictures of wide eyed children, nudes, and clowns. The Internet has revealed that he may have worked at Pablo Picasso'...

Interesting aluminium "Lakhe" mask, size 26 X 22 cm more information on request

An aquatint in colors by the famous Chinese artist Zao Wou-ki (Zao Wuji). He was born in Beijing 1921 and worked in Paris. Signed, dated '59 and numbered 32/95 in pencil. Condition: trimmed (die stamp of l'Oeuvre gravée only last 3 letters), slightly soiled and creased, reverse with annotations in pencil and traces of former mounting, one pinhole in image. Dimension: image: 39.6 cm x 44.5 cm, paper: 49.9 cm x 58.6 cm.