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Modernist Mexican Sterling Silver Caddy Box William Spratling

Creator: William Spratling
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A lovely sterling silver caddy or table top box made in Taxco Mexico by William Spratling circa 1944-1946. The box features a cube form with rounded corner with three stylized matching bands in the midbody where the lid close. The top knob has a ball and ribbon design that is a recurrent motif in Spratling's design repertoire. Marks to the base: SPRATLING, MADE IN MEXICO, WS, STERLING. It weight about 17.5 troy ounces

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Mexico
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	sterling silver
Condition:	Good. Good vintage silver condition with minor surface wear such as some scratches and contact patina. A small ding on the top knob as shown.
Creation Date:	1944-46
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Patterns:	Geometric, Handmade, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	468785

Dimensions

W.	3.25 in;	H.	4.75 in;	D.	2.65 in;
W.	8.26 cm;	H.	12.07 cm;	D.	6.73 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.

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