1950s Mid Century Los Castillo's Style Mixed Metal and Inlaid Stone Box

Description

Beautiful vintage trinket box/cigar box, Los Castillo attributed, Mexico 1950's. Fantastic box, beautifully crafted with brass and copper inlay on a stone mosaic (malachite and lapis). The box is made of brass and lined with rosewood. The copper horse's head is the main focal point of the box. Such a wonderful gift for the horse enthusiast.
Signed on the underside "Heche en Mexico"

w 7.75" | d 4.5" | h 1.125"

In very good original condition with age-appropriate wear. Please see the photos.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In like-new condition.

Origin:
Mexico

Creator:
Styled After: Los Castillo

Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Copper, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Rosewood

Details:
Country of Origin: Mexico
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In like-new condition.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

1.12 x 7.75 x 4.5 in

1950s Mid Century Los Castillo's Style Mixed Metal and Inlaid Stone Box

Lot 0582

Estimate $150-$380

Sep 5, 2026, 9:25 PM EDT

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