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William Spratling Butterdish

$1,800
£1,368.39
€1,597.35
CA$2,527.32
A$2,867.30
CHF 1,501.42
MX$35,374.83
NOK 18,617.28
SEK 17,813.16
DKK 11,914.77
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About the Item

William Spratling, known as the founder of the modern mexican silver movement, this piece was created with ebony simulating a boat shape and sterling silver dish for the butter and decorated with sterling polka dots.
  • Creator:
    William Spratling (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ebony,Sterling Silver
  • Place of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Period:
    1950-1959
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Pedro Garza Garcia, MX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3330330599762

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