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A William Spratling silver and obsidian brooch
A William Spratling silver and obsidian brooch
Item Details
Description
1940-1946, First Design Period; Taxco, Mexico
Stamped for William Spratling; Further stamped; Made in Mexico / Silver
A stylized owl brooch with two obsidian cabochon gem-set eyes
2.25" H x 1.75" W
34.0 grams

Provenance: The Collection of Cindy Tietze-Hodosh and Stuart Hodosh

Literature: This design illustrated: Penny C. Morrill and Carole A. Berk, "Mexican Silver: 20th Century Handwrought Jewelry & Metalwork," (Atglen, PA: Schiffer, 1994), 44, figs. III-32.
Condition
In overall good condition with light tarnishing and scratches commensurate with age and use. Stones with scattered abrasions. Slight bend to corner of tail.
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A William Spratling silver and obsidian brooch

Estimate $400 - $600
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Starting Price $300
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