Items Similar to 1940s Hector Aguilar Tin Sconce
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
1940s Hector Aguilar Tin Sconce
About the Item
Aguilar opened the Taller Borda in 1939 and it became one of the most successful workshops in Taxco. Although, his early works drew heavily from pre-Columbian motifs, he soon expanded his designs to include bolder, more sophisticated melding of stones and silver. Aguilar was noted for his strong, energetic designs with attention to thoughtful construction.
Aguilar not only had a silver“taller”, but also copper, tin, and carpentry workshops where he designed and produced flatware, tea sets, trays, chess sets, bowls, light fixtures, sconces, cabinets, and mirrors.Hundreds of silversmiths and other artisans trained at the Taller Borda, and the shop rapidly established itself as one of Mexico’s leading silver retail merchants. Aguilar closed his shop in 1966 and retired to Zihuatanejo.
- Creator:Hector Aguilar (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
- Power Source:Hardwired
- Voltage:220-240v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1948
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Mexico City, MX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4626244035212
Hector Aguilar
Hector Aguilar was born in 1905, he apprenticed under William Spratling at a young age, and by the age of 30, he was the top shop manager for William Spratling. Inspired by Aztec and Mextex art, Aguilar preferred to work with purer silver (rated at 940 rather than the customary 925 of Sterling Silver). Gifted with a keen business sense as well as his artistic ability, and due to wartime shortages in the US, Aguilar was able to secure a contract with the American costume jewelry company Coro in 1943, to produce silver jewelry, supplying Coro with unique Mexican designs until 1950. In 1948, Aguilar opened the Taller Borda, which quickly became one of the premier retail silver outlets in Taxco, where they offered the highest quality fine silver jewelry, hollowware and flatware that was produced at the Aguilar workshops.
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 2003
1stDibs seller since 2019
13 sales on 1stDibs
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Mexico City, Mexico
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View All1940s Architect Manuel Parra Coffee Table
By Architectural Design
Located in Mexico City, MX
Made by Mexican iconic modernist architect and artist Manuel Parra from different recollected pieces of wood in the 1940s.
Unique piece.
Manuel Parra ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Driftwood
Antonio Attolini Lamp
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
Antonio Attolini Lack
Antonio Attolini (1931 – 2012) was a Mexican architect representative of an architectural style that flourished in México in the second half of the 20th centu...
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$3,300
Antonio Attolini Lamp
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
Antonio Attolini Lack
Antonio Attolini (1931 – 2012) was a Mexican architect representative of an architectural style that flourished in México in the second half of the 20th centu...
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$3,300
Antonio Attolini Lamp
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
Antonio Attolini Lack
Antonio Attolini (1931 – 2012) was a Mexican architect representative of an architectural style that flourished in México in the second half of the 20th centu...
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$2,500
Xitle Sofa
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
The "Xitle" Sofa is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archytypical Modern furniture...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
$5,000
Xitle Lounge Chair
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
The "Xitle" lounge chair is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan Collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archytypical Modern f...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,700
You May Also Like
1940s Wedgwood Sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Wedgwood sconces. Silver plate sconces with a brass finish. In places where the brass was polished away, silver plate shows through.
Category
Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Ceramic
$2,400 / set
1940s Bronze Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gilt bronze shell sconces with 3 interior lights
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
1940s Large Alabaster Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940’s Italian three levels large alabaster sconces with interior lights
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
$6,800 / set
1940s French Bronze Sconces, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Newly wired golden sconces with plastic, wax candles.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$3,024 / set
Pair of 1940s French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of bronze French sconces coming from an apartment in Paris fully furnished with Jules Leleu furniture.
Have a look on our impressive collection of French and Italian Mid-Centur...
Category
20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$2,900 / set
1940s, French Bronze Classical Sconces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s French bronze classical sconces.
Category
Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$1,175 / set
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Tinned Copper Tray
Mexican Chess Sets
Mexican Copper Tray
Silver Chess Set
Mexican Tin Mirror
Tin Mirror Mexico
Silver Mexican Wall Mirror
Thonet By Pierre Paulin
Tiffany Silver Shell
Tiger Runner Rug
Tiki Glass
Togo Set
Toothpick Holder
Tropical Bed
Twist Leg Bench
Used Auditorium Seating
Used Black Jack Table
Used Church Furniture Canada