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William Spratling was
an American-born silver designer and artist, best known for his
influence on 20th century Mexican silver design. He was trained as an
architect and
was a talented visual artist by the 1930's he founded the first of the
silver shops that would spur a Mexican silver renaissance. His inspired
designs blend a unique modern aesthetic with Pre-Columbian designs,
creating works of art. These handcrafted utensils show off the
exceptional skill of the legendary Spratling silversmiths and the unique
design vision of William Spratling. Antionio Pineda: William Spratling
"lit the fuse for the whole Modern Mexican movement in Taxco."
Exceedingly
rare set of six Rosewood and sterling silver serving utensils by William
Spratling, Taxco Mexico, circa
1964-1965, Third Design period. This lot is comprised of:
2 Caviar Spoons, sterling handles with Rosewood bowls, 6 1/4" 2 Petit Four Servers with rosewood handles and sterling blades, 4 3/4" 1 Large Rosewood handle Tea Caddy Spoon, 6 1/2"
1 Rosewood Handle Tea Caddy Spoon, 5"
Excellent condition, with no monograms. This set will be lightly polished prior to
Exported By ExportYourStore
- STYLE : Mid-Century Modern
- AGE : Post-1940
- BRAND : William Spratling
- PATTERN : Rosewood
- TYPE : Flatware - Sets
William Spratling was
an American-born silver designer and artist, best known for his
influence on 20th century Mexican silver design. He was trained as an
architect and
was a talented visual artist by the 1930's he founded the first of the
silver shops that would spur a Mexican silver renaissance. His inspired
designs blend a unique modern aesthetic with Pre-Columbian designs,
creating works of art. These handcrafted utensils show off the
exceptional skill of the legendary Spratling silversmiths and the unique
design vision of William Spratling. Antionio Pineda: William Spratling
"lit the fuse for the whole Modern Mexican movement in Taxco."
Exceedingly
rare set of six Rosewood and sterling silver serving utensils by William
Spratling, Taxco Mexico, circa
1964-1965, Third Design period. This lot is comprised of:
Excellent condition, with no monograms. This set will be lightly polished prior to
Exported By ExportYourStore
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