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Mexican Modernistic Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Set by Hector Aguilar

Creator: Hector Aguilar
Offered by: Tishu

Description
An early four-pieces sterling silver coffee or tea serve set by Hector Aguilar (1905-1986) circa 1940-1945 per mark "HA, Taxco, 940". The mid-century modernist silverware set consists of a rectangular tray with rounded corners and sculpted edges, a coffee or tea pot, a creamer or milk jug and a waste bowl. The hollow wares feature robust rounded body with stylized handles and beak-like sprout with hammered surface. The handle of the tea pot also has wood accent. All four pieces were marked the same as shown.
The tea pot is 6.5"h x 7.5"w x 5.5"d; The tray is 0.5"h, 15.5"w, 12.75"d; About 72.49 Troy Ounces in total weight
For an illustrated set with similar design, see Reference: Silver Masters of Mexico, by Morrill, p. 53.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Mexico
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	sterling silver and wood
Condition:	Good. Fine condition of vintage sterling silver. Scattered marks, fine polish scratches and small dings, accumulation between the joins of wood and silver. One deeper scratch on the tray inconspicuous. Minor tarnish as expected.
Creation Date:	1940-45
Number of Pieces:	4-5
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Patterns:	Geometric, Handmade, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	525252

Dimensions

W.	15.5 in;	H.	8 in;	D.	12.75 in;
W.	39.37 cm;	H.	20.32 cm;	D.	32.39 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.