Mexican Modernist Silver Tray by Antonio Pineda
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Description
A Mexican modernist sterling silver tray by well known silversmith Antonio Pineda (1919-2009). The handsome silver tray with a subtle hammered surface was crown marked by the artist's logo circa 1953-1979, made in his studio in Taxco, Mexico. It was further stamped with Eagle 17 and Hecho en Mexico / 930. The oval tray presents itself with an abstract design with a leaf-like handle with a string of beaded design. This may be inspired by some indigenous plant. The morphology is also ambiguous enough to be interpreted as an animal motif. The tray measures 1.75" H x 16 .125" W x 12.75" D and weighted 34.595 oz. troy.
Provenance: The Collection of Cindy Tietze-Hodosh and Stuart Hodosh
Literature: This piece illustrated: Stuart Hodosh, et al. "Silver Seduction: the Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda; from the Collection of Cindy Tietze and Stuart Hodosh," Fowler Museum at UCLA, 2008, pg. 168, plate 242. -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Notes: branded and marked Origin: Mexico Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Sterling silver Condition: Good. Spotted tarnishing and light scratches commensurate with age. Creation Date: post 50s Styles / Movements: Modern, Bespoke, Minimalist Incollect Reference #: 353086 -
Dimensions
W. 16.125 in; H. 1.75 in; D. 12.75 in; W. 40.96 cm; H. 4.45 cm; D. 32.39 cm;
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