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Modernist design in vintage Mexican silver jewelry

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 07 May 2010 19:09:44 +0000

A number of the great designers working in Mexico during the twentieth century were influenced by Modernism and created jewelry and silverware that is sought after by those who love mid-century modern designs. Antonio Pineda, Sigi Pineda, William Spratling, Erika Hult de Corral, and Salvador Teran were among those designers.

Some of the vintage modernist design jewelry from Mexico currently available on eBay includes the pieces shown below:

Modernist design in vintage Mexican silver jewelry originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on May 7, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Erika Hult de Corral – Ric – Mexican silver jewelry

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sun, 02 May 2010 15:11:53 +0000

It can be a challenge to find vintage jewelry bearing “Ric,” the maker’s mark for Erika Hult de Corral. She worked for Sigi Pineda for some time and then opened her own shop in Puerto Vallarta in 1968. Her modernist jewelry designs are sought after by those who love modern designs as well as those who collect vintage Mexican silver jewelry. This happens to be a good moment for those who collect the “Ric” makers mark, as several pieces are up for auction now on eBay:

VINTAGE ERIKA HULT DE CORRAL "RIC" S/S STONE BRACELET
US $395.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 19:52:26 PDT
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VINTAGE ERIKA HULT DE CORRAL MODERNIST BRACELET
US $299.00
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 19:14:51 PDT
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ERIKA HULT DE CORRAL RIC TAXCO MEXICAN SILVER NECKLACE
US $395.00
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 8:16:08 PDT
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ERIKA HULT DE CORRAL RIC TAXCO MEXICAN SILVER NECKLACE
US $250.00
Auction Ends: Tuesday Aug-03-2010 18:37:13 PDT
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MODERNIST VINTAGE MEXICAN SILVER ERIKA HULT DE CORRAL!!
US $400.00
Auction Ends: Wednesday Aug-11-2010 21:12:53 PDT
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Vintage Erika Hult de Corral – Ric – Mexican silver jewelry originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on May 2, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Fantastico! Vintage Salvador Teran jewelry auctions ending very soon

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:19:24 +0000

Just came across these three wonderful pieces of vintage Salvador Teran jewelry, offered by Top-Rated sellers on eBay: a pair of sterling silver earrings, a sterling silver pendant, and a parrot tie clip made of natural material set in sterling silver. The auctions for the earrings and pendant end tomorrow (Saturday). You have a bit more time for the tie clip, assuming no one beats you to it…..

SALVADOR TERAN VINTAGE MEXICO STERLING PARROT TIE CLIP
US $275.00
Auction Ends: Tuesday Aug-10-2010 14:05:04 PDT
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Fantastico! Vintage Salvador Teran jewelry auctions ending very soon originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on April 30, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Modernist and Mexican silver maestro Antonio Pineda

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:30:05 +0000

Antonio Pineda’s modernist creations rank high with collectors of both vintage Mexican silver jewelry and modernist jewelry. In addition to the discussions of Pineda’s work included in various reference books, there are a number of online resources you can refer to in order to learn more about the great maestro:

Antonio Pineda Silver Marks and Biography

Interview with Antonio Pineda by Patrick Kapty in Modern Silver

Antonio Pineda: an interview from Taxco, by Gabrielle Stodd, in Modern Silver

A vintage Mexican silver photo gallery by Erik Yang and another by Cathy Gordon include pieces by Antonio Pineda

‘Silver Seduction: The Modernist Art of Antonio Pineda’ by Regina Kolbe at Antiques and the Arts Online

The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda, Ornament magazine:

Antonio Pineda’s obituary and slideshow in the Los Angeles Times

Exhibition: Silver Seduction – The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda from Fowler Museum on Vimeo.

Vintage modernist jewelry by Antonio Pineda is among the most-watched eBay auctions for vintage Mexican silver jewelry. Here are some current listings:

ANTONIO PINEDA VINTAGE MEXICO SILVER BELT BUCKLE #117
US $24.39 (4 Bids)
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 11:44:55 PDT
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Vintage Antonio Pineda .970 Silver Cuff Bracelet Pearls
US $919.00 (9 Bids)
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 15:35:33 PDT
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ANTONIO PINEDA VINTAGE MEXICO STERLING & CORAL RING
US $475.00
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 16:27:16 PDT
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Vintage Antonio Pineda Mexico 970 Silver Earrings
US $47.00 (3 Bids)
Auction Ends: Tuesday Aug-03-2010 9:30:25 PDT
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Vintage Antonio Pineda Mexico 970 Silver Onyx Earrings
US $20.50 (3 Bids)
Auction Ends: Tuesday Aug-03-2010 10:25:55 PDT
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Modernist and Mexican silver maestro Antonio Pineda originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on April 24, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Antonio Pineda available right now

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 02:21:16 +0000

Looking for vintage Antonio Pineda? You can find auctions for Antonio Pineda jewelry and silverware on eBay right now. Take a look:

**Antonio Pineda** Pair of earrings Amethyst dangle*
US $430.00
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 9:47:01 PDT
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ANTONIO PINEDA STERLING CARVED BIRD CUFF LINKS MEXICO
US $750.00
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 12:43:37 PDT
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Exquiste Antonio Pineda TAXCO Sterling Silver BRACELET
US $999.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 14:11:23 PDT
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STERLING SILVER 970 ANTONIO PINEDA MODERNIST EARRINGS
US $560.00
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 15:10:55 PDT
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MEXICAN STERLING SILVER NECKLACE ANTONIO PINEDA
US $77.00 (2 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:27:35 PDT
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Antonio Pineda Mexican Modernist 970 Sterling Cufflinks
US $65.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 13:09:52 PDT
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Sterling silver ANTONIO PINEDA salt & pepper shakers
US $2,450.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 14:49:46 PDT
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ANTONIO PINEDA Mexican 970 Silver Modernist Cufflinks
US $11.50 (2 Bids)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 18:18:34 PDT
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ANTONIO PINEDA VINTAGE MEXICO SILVER BELT BUCKLE #117
US $24.39 (4 Bids)
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 11:44:55 PDT
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Vintage Antonio Pineda .970 Silver Cuff Bracelet Pearls
US $919.00 (9 Bids)
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-02-2010 15:35:33 PDT
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Vintage Antonio Pineda available right now originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on February 27, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Silver Seduction celebrating Antonio Pineda heading to New Mexico

I love vintage Mexican silver — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:13:11 +0000

Nearly two hundred examples of Antonio Pineda’s acclaimed silver work will be displayed in Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda, a traveling exhibition opening at the Museum of International Folk Art in Sante Fe, N.M. on June 4, 2010.

Domed silver cuff with amethyst cabochon set in shadow box, photo: Don Cole

Pineda is lauded for his bold designs and ingenious use of gemstones. Silver Seduction traces the evolution of his work from the 1930s–70s, and includes more than a hundred necklaces and bracelets, as well as numerous rings, earrings, and diverse examples of his hollowware and tableware. All of the works feature Pineda’s hard-to-achieve combination of highly refined execution and hand-wrought appeal.

Necklace with layered feather design, silver, onyx inlay, photo: Don Cole

Pineda’s jewelry is especially known for its elegant acknowledgment of the human form. It is often said that a Pineda fits the body perfectly, that it feels right when it is worn. For example, a thick geometric necklace that might at first glance seem too weighty or rigid to wear comfortably is, in fact, faceted, hinged, or hollowed in such a way that it gracefully encircles the neck or drapes seductively down the décolletage.

Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda and its publication are made possible through the generosity of the Donald B. Cordry Memorial Fund and Jill and Barry Kitnick. The exhibition was developed by the curatorial team of the Fowler Museum with consulting curator Gobi Stromberg. All works presented are either from the collections of Cindy Tietze and Stuart Hodosh or the Fowler Museum at UCLA. The exhibition runs through January 2, 2011. For more information, visit the Museum of International Folk Art’s Web site, MOIFA.org.

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Silver Seduction celebrating Antonio Pineda heading to New Mexico originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on February 27, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Vintage Salvador Teran jewelry and metalware

I love vintage Mexican silver — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:10:39 +0000

Salvador Teran was born in Taxco, Mexico and was a cousin to Los Castillos. He worked with Los Castillos for a number of years and then opened a workshop in Mexico City in 1952. Teran, who is especially well known for his mosaic work, frequently worked with brass. His motifs ranged from Aztec to modernist to whimsical. A number of pieces by Teran are currently available on eBay:

SALVADOR TERAN 22K GP Blue Ceramic Aztec Deity Set
US $229.00
Auction Ends: Friday Jul-30-2010 23:18:32 PDT
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Vint Salvador Teran Mexico Brass Glass Mosaic 2 Trays
US $350.00
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 9:15:14 PDT
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MEXICAN SILVER BRACELET SALVADOR TERAN DESIGN EAGLE 17
US $115.00 (1 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 18:06:40 PDT
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Salvador Teran modern era Tray, brass & glass tiles-13"
US $120.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 18:30:28 PDT
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Vintage Salvador Teran Tile Brass Coffee Tea Set Signed
US $152.50 (8 Bids)
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 20:15:22 PDT
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Vintage Salvador Teran For Marbel Signed Bracelet
US $24.99 (1 Bid)
Auction Ends: Wednesday Aug-04-2010 16:48:15 PDT
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Salvador Teran Mid-Century Parrot Mosaic Brass Tray
US $390.00
Auction Ends: Wednesday Aug-04-2010 18:01:59 PDT
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Salvador Teran Brass & Mosaic Tile Tea Coffee Set
US $800.00
Auction Ends: Thursday Aug-05-2010 21:52:28 PDT
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Very Rare Vintage Salvador Teran Cufflinks & Tie Bar
US $369.00
Auction Ends: Thursday Aug-05-2010 21:56:32 PDT
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SALVADOR TERAN MODERNIST MEXICAN BRASS TILE FISH TRAY
US $110.00 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Aug-07-2010 17:44:27 PDT
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Vintage Salvador Teran jewelry and metalware originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on February 2, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Antonio Pineda silver and jade jewelry from Fowler exhibition

I love vintage Mexican silver — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:10:18 +0000

Recently came across The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda in Ornament magazine (2008, Vol. 32 Issue 1, p66-67), which was published in connection with the 2008-09 Fowler exhibition “Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda.”

The article explores Pineda’s art. A fortuitous confluence of relationships would assist Pineda in his rise as one of Taxco’s greatest silversmiths. Over time, Pineda trained in a number of studios and by 1939, at the age of twenty having decided to become a designer and silversmith, opened his own taller. Within the guileless simplicity of their clean and abstract designs, Pineda’s jewelry exudes an authentic personal energy and happy buoyancy, somehow imparting just how much he loved silver itself.

Top-rated eBay seller Lauren Stanley currently has several excellent pieces by Antonio Pineda available. One of these is a sterling silver and jade earring and necklace set that was included in the catalog for Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda:

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Antonio Pineda silver and jade jewelry from Fowler exhibition originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on January 20, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

1.23.10 auction Spratling sterling silver coffee pot original receipt!

I love vintage Mexican silver — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:10:25 +0000

Case Antiques’ January 23rd auction includes a Spratling sterling silver coffee pot auction with the original Spratling y Castillo bill of sale from 1960. How unusual is that!

Photograph: Case Antiques, Live Auctioneers

Auctioneer’s description:
Lot 266: William Spratling sterling silver coffee pot
William Spratling coffee pot, sterling with wooden handle and finial, with stamped mark “William Spratling, Taxco, Mexico” and shield hallmark. Includes original bill of sale from 1960. Condition – Slight indentation on side of rim and one slight dent on spout. 8 1/4″ Height. 21.140 ounce troy total weight.
Starting Bid: $500
Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500

Antiques and Fine Art auction to be held Saturday, January 23rd, 2010 at 10:00 AM EST, Knoxville, TN. You can look at more photographs and bid on this auction online at LiveAuctioneers here.

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1.23.10 auction Spratling sterling silver coffee pot original receipt! originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on January 6, 2010. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.

Amazing Vintage Mexcian Silver Necklace By Antonio Pineda 12/6 Auction

I love vintage Mexican silver — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:50:50 +0000

Photographs: Rago Arts

Just came across this fantastic Antonio Pineda necklace that will be auctioned on Sunday, December 6th, by Rago Arts of Lambertville, NJ. If you are interested in this piece, you can bid in person, by phone during the auction, online during the auction via Live Auctioneers, or by placing a bid in advance with Rago Arts (see More Information link below).

Lot 1054, Auctioneer’s description:
MEXICAN SILVER NECKLACE BY ANTONIO PINEDA 970 silver, Taxco, ca. 1958-1969. Arrow-head form of shadow-box construction on 11 1/2″ velvet cords. #579. 99 gs. 5 1/2″ x 4″
Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500
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Amazing Vintage Mexcian Silver Necklace By Antonio Pineda 12/6 Auction originally appeared on Vintage Mexican Silver on December 4, 2009. Turn to Vintage Mexican Silver for the latest news about auctions and dealers in vintage Mexican silver jewelry and silverware, including mid-century modern and modernist design, William Spratling, Margot de Taxco, Los Castillo, Sigi and Antonio Pineda, Matl, Hector Aguilar, and other famous Mexican silver designers.