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What was William Spratling’s model and inspiration?
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William Spratling's model and inspiration was pre-Columbian decorative objects. For example, he patterned the Quetzalcoatl brooch off the details of a heart bowl found in the collection of the Museo Nacional de Antropología in Mexico City, Mexico. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of William Spratling jewelry and decorative objects.
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William Spratling Early Mask Cuff
By William Spratling
Located in New York, NY
Early William Spratling Mask Cuff in heavy gauge high grade sterling silver, circa 1940's.
Early markings in Excellent condition. 1940's Taxco, Mexico.
Width 2.25". Length 6", Ope...
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940's William Spratling Mexican Sterling Silver Flexible Link Bracelet
By William Spratling
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This solid flexible link bracelet was created by William Spratling in the Mid-20th century in Mexico.
It is made out of sterling silver and carries full hallmarks and makers mark. Th...
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960s William Spratling Sterling Silver Brooch and Earring Set
By William Spratling
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A beautiful set of matching earrings and brooch. Crafted of 980 silver using the repousse method, the design is of stylized conch shell cross-sections. The shape is also reminiscent ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver
William Spratling Rare Early Sterling Silver Wood Design Artisan Brooch c 1940
By William Spratling
Located in University City, MO
William Spratling Rare early sterling silver wood design artisan brooch c 1940
The unique artisan brooch is designed with coiled bands of sterling silver
The center is adorned with ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Artisan Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
William Spratling Alaska Star Pendant
By William Spratling
Located in Darnestown, MD
Alaska Star Pendant Necklace by silver master, William Spratling. Made circa 1950 during the time Spratling worked for El Conquistador. Measures 3 1/4" tal...
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican More Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique William Spratling Mexican Gilt Sterling Silver Bow or Ribbon Brooch
By William Spratling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican vermeil figural brooch.
By William Spratling.
In gilt sterling silver.
In the form of a ribbon bow with some small bells hanging from the center.
Marked to the rev...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Retro Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
