William Spratling earrings
probably sterling, no eagle assay mark; signature stamp to the right; great patina
circa 1940-1946
(This design was included in the 1943 Montgomery Wards Christmas catalog)
1 3/8" d x 1 1/2" h
(J2017)
$750.
William Spratling was one of the major forces in the Arts Renaissance in Taxco that occured after the end of the Mexican Revolution. He was already renowned in North America as an architect when he moved to Mexico in 1929, having worked in California and then New Orleans.
He went on to found
Taller de Las Delicias, employing outstanding silversmiths to produce his designs. Many of these silversmiths went on to design and produce their own silver jewelry in ensuing years.
Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC
525 East 72nd Street, Suite 26G
New York, New York 10021
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