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Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch by Hector Aguilar

About the Item

A vintage sterling silver brooch from the workshop of Hector Aguilar (1905-1986) in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1940s. The double V design featured on this brooch was inspired by indigenous Mexican symbolism for fertility. Hallmarked on the back as shown. The traditional art of Aztec and Mixtec were reflected in many of the Hector Aguilar's designs. Hector Aguilar is one of the best known Mexican silversmith originally trained and worked for William Spratling and later established his own practice.
  • Creator:
    Hector Aguilar (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.8 in (4.58 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Only minor wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945013708451
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