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Handwrought Mid-Century Modern Mexican Mosaic and Brass Box by Salvador Teran

$600
£454.88
€524.36
CA$845
A$937.05
CHF 492.35
MX$11,449.12
NOK 6,159.95
SEK 5,782.17
DKK 3,914.44

About the Item

Turquoise/ blue colored mosaic glass tesserae and brass lidded box handmade in Mexico by noted Mexican artist Salvador Teran, circa 1950s. Featuring Aztec-inspired brass symbols on the lid and sides. This colorful box is a complement to any room to hold mementos and trinkets, perhaps a creative use in the kitchen or bedside. Perfect for the desk or coffee table to hold everything from paper clips to 420.
  • Creator:
    Salvador Teran (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Art Glass,Brass,Hand-Crafted,Mosaic,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Contemporary
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU908328408392

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