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Set of Serving Utensils by Emilia Castillo "Agave Collection" Hand Signed

$2,930per set
£2,223.64per set
€2,561.31per set
CA$4,187per set
A$4,595.19per set
CHF 2,369.87per set
MX$54,892.83per set
NOK 30,030.62per set
SEK 28,140.08per set
DKK 19,128.15per set

About the Item

Exceptional pair of Agave Collection serving utensils by Emilia Castillo, one of Mexico’s most celebrated contemporary silversmiths. Each piece is masterfully handcrafted in solid brass with silver-plated finish, featuring agave rope handles bound with malachite inlaid silver rings. The large, hammered silver-plated bowls—one pierced with a stylized agave motif—reflect Castillo’s ability to merge organic inspiration with bold, sculptural design, making these both functional and decorative works of art. Hallmarked and hand-signed Emilia Castillo, Mexico, M.R., Plateado, TO-85, these utensils embody the artisanal excellence of the Castillo family tradition. Emilia Castillo is the daughter of Antonio Castillo, one of the founders of the legendary Los Castillo workshop in Taxco, Mexico. The Castillo brothers, together with master designer William Spratling, revolutionized 20th-century Mexican silver by blending indigenous motifs, modernist influences, and fine craftsmanship. Emilia has carried this legacy into the modern era, expanding the vocabulary of Taxco silver by incorporating natural elements, mixed metals, and stone inlay into her designs. Measurements: 15 in. long x 4 in. wide x 0.5 in. high For collectors of Mexican silver, decorative arts, and 20th/21st century design, this set represents the direct continuation of a historic lineage that shaped the global appreciation of Taxco silver. For interior designers, the sculptural presence, malachite details, and organic textures of these utensils make them ideal as display pieces in luxury dining settings, curated kitchens, or collector’s showcases. A rare opportunity to acquire an iconic example of Emilia Castillo’s modern Mexican design, firmly rooted in the Los Castillo / Spratling legacy yet boldly contemporary in its execution.
  • Creator:
    Emilia Castillo (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Loss to plating to fork, one ring has loss to inlay, normal wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU881746466142

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