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Los Castillos Style Mosaic of Abalone Shells on Copper Platter, 1950s, Mexico

About the Item

Rare copper plate veneered with a mosaic of polished square abalone shells. Inscribed on the bottom "MEXICO".
  • Attributed to:
    Los Castillos (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Diameter: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Kensington, MD
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU977627924512
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