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A vintage modernist pair of sterling silver Cufflinks by Antonio Pineda, Taxco in his iconic Parrot design. Measure 3/4" long and 3/4" wide. Marked with the Antonio Crown, Silver, Hecho en Mexico, 970 and an Early Eagle 17 mark. Thick silver with an incised design. Toggles function properly. They have some tarnish. Highly stylized design!

A vintage pair of sterling silver clip earrings by Margot de Taxco, ( Margot Van Voorhies Carr), number 5247, in a striking geometric design. Measure 1 3/4" high and 7/8" across. Marked with eagle #16 on the back of one earring and 5247 on the back of the other. Clips hold securely. Very nice condition. Some very minor dings. Great modernist design.

A sterling silver layered modernist necklace from Taxco, Mexico. Measures 16 1/4" long and 5/8" at the widest. Spring clasp holds securely. Marked on the back with the artisan's initials JC, Taxco, 925, Hecho en Mexico, and Sterling. Pre 1949, pre eagle. Interesting contrast between the darkened and the polished sterling. Lays nicely on the neck.

A vintage modernist sterling and Tiger's Eye geometric bracelet. Consists of silver overlapping links with inlaid chunks of stone connected by hinges. Marked inside Hecho en Mexico, style 313 and the artisan's initials which look like a conjoined AC. Clasp snaps securely. Has an interesting safety chain. Measures 6 1/2" long and 5/8" across. Stones have a beautiful golden glow. Well constructed and in very nice condition. Reminiscent of the work of Antonio Pineda.

An early cross pendant in Sterling Silver with Coral, Amethyst and Turquoise by Matilde Poulat. Cross measures 1 3/4" wide and 1 7/8" tall. Marked MATL in script, Mexico, 925 and Pate 10670. Amethyst stone is faceted. Suspended on a 26" long Taxco hand wrought sterling chain marked with an Eagle #3, and the initials PCM. Fine condition, the colors of the stones are vibrant. Classic MATL design.

A pair of Antonio Pineda sterling silver cuff links in a modernist concave design. Marked Hecho en Mexico, 970, Eagle 17. Measure approximately 1" long, 5/8" wide and 3/8" high. Heavy tarnish and some scratches. Toggles work fine. Heavy and substantial.

A Vintage Brooch made in Taxco, Mexico by well known Silversmith Artemio Navarrete. Navarrete helped William Spratling start his original workshop, Taller de Las Delicias in Taxco in 1931. Measures approximately 2 1/2" long and 1" at the widest. Marked Taxco, the Conjoined AV for Artemio Navarrete and 980 for the silver content ( better than sterling). Has and early 'C' catch. In very good condition, some light scratches and a little tarnish. Nice heavy weight and quality. Solid, not hollow. Gre...

A classic Mexican Silver brooch by Fred Davis in an Art Deco style. Signed with the conjoined FD and Mexico Silver. Measures 3 3/8" across and 2 1/2" high. The ends curl under and around for a three dimensional effect. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. Has some very minor scratches and some tarnish. Heavy and substantial. Great collectible item.

A Watercolor by the Listed Artist, Kathryne Hail Travis (1894-1972). Travis was a student of Randall Davey, George Bellows, and Kenyon Cox. Measures about 13 1/2" by 9 1/2" matt opening, overall frame about 21 1/8" by 17 1/8". Titled "Fall Aspens on Mon Jeau", Travis has written that "Pic is watercolor sketch in the field for large oil painting in Texas..." Nice example.

A vintage modernist neck ring from Sigi Pineda, Taxco Mexico. This is in the very modern Ribbon or Wave design. Measures approximately 14 1/2" around. Measures about 4 1/2" across the center. Marked Made in Mexico Sterling in a circle, Sigi Tasco, Eagle 3, and design number 56. In nice condition, has a few scratches. There are some scratches near the hinges and the links are not completely closed. There is a slight bend and some roughness near one hinge. Clasp closes tightly. Lays wonderfully...

A wonderful modernist bar brooch with a braided design by Hector Aguilar. Signed with his conjoined HA, Taxco and 940 for the silver content. Shown on page 150 of Penny Morrill's book, "Silver Masters of Mexico". Measures 2 7/8" across and 1" tall. Has a rollover clasp that holds securely. In very nice condition, has some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Circa 1940. Great stylized design.

A wonderful hand wrought Demitasse coffee pot, creamer and sugar in a design very similar to William Spratling's Volteo pattern executed in brass, copper and exotic wood. The Demitasse or chocolate pot has a right angled handle, bottom of pot and top of knob are copper, body is brass. Measures 6" tall and 3 1/8" across not counting the handle. Hinge is a little wobbly. Creamer Measures 2" tall, and 2 1/4" across the bottom. Open sugar measures 1 3/4" high and 2 1/4" across plus the handles....

A vintage modernist sterling silver pendant for a necklace by Taxco artisan, Erika Hult de Corral. This large pendant has a fluid, organic design. Marked Ric, Taxco SA, Sterling and Design #62. Also has Eagle #3. Measures 3 7/8" long and 2 3/4" at the widest. Has some minor surface scratches and a little tarnish. There is a small mark on the back, but it looks like it was done during production. Large bale will accommodate a thick chain or neck ring. Classic RIC design.

A very rare sterling silver bracelet by Salvador Teran in a zigzag hinged design. Marked Salvador, Sterling, Mexico, Design 161 and Eagle 36. Measures approximately 7" around and 2" at the widest. Has a tongue and box closure which snaps securely and a safety chain. In good condition with some tarnish and minor nicks and scratches. Lays comfortably on the wrist. Collector quality.

A vintage sterling silver heavy bracelet in the Antonio Pineda concave links design. Measures about 7 1/2" around and 1 1/4" wide. Has a secure box clasp that snaps tightly and a safety chain. Marked with the Artisan's registration number, TB-28, 925 and Mexico. Weighs 162 grams. In fine condition with minor wear and some tarnish. Eye catching and substantial!

A vintage sterling silver repoussee brooch or pendant in the shape of an owl with turquoise eyes. Signed Matl in cursive, Mexico, 925 and MS-12 for her nephew, Ricardo Salas. Measures 1 5/8" across and 1 1/2" tall. Has an early 'C' clasp and a bale. Wonderful patina and great condition.

A Vintage Brooch made in Taxco, Mexico by well known Silversmith Artemio Navarrete. Navarrete helped William Spratling start his original workshop, Taller de Las Delicias in Taxco in 1931. Measures approximately 1 3/4" square. Marked Taxco, the Conjoined AV for Artemio Navarrete and 940 for the silver content ( better than sterling). Has safety catch. In very good condition, some light scratches. Nice heavy weight and quality. Solid, not hollow. Great classic design. Pre-eagle ~ Pre 19...

A great vintage modernist sterling bracelet by Plateria Far Fan in the puzzle design. Measures 7 3/8" long and 1 5/8" wide. Box closure snaps tightly. Marked Hecho en Mexico, Far Fan, and Sterling 925. Pre eagle,(1948). In very nice condition with some tarnish and minor surface scratches. Stand out design! We have the matching necklace, item #1349731. Will combine shipping.