Description
Mexican dating from the mid 20th century.
A large, heavy Sterling silver box of 'gourd' form. The box is centrally hinged - the cover section is mounted with a solid curling stem form finial. The base section and cover are hand raised, the original silver soldered and brazed constructional seams are clearly visible.
The surface is finished with chased and embossed floral decoration.
The base is centrally stamped with the maker's guarantee, (Hallmark) - Los Ballesteros, Iguana and Taxico, (founded 1937), see final image.
Height - 11 1/2" (293mm).
Weight - 24.46 oz Troy, (760.7 grams).
Internal Ref: S 1010
A Most Unusual Mexican Sterling Silver 'Gourd' Form Box, by Los Ballesteros.
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
S 1010
Description
Mexican dating from the mid 20th century.
A large, heavy Sterling silver box of 'gourd' form. The box is centrally hinged - the cover section is mounted with a solid curling stem form finial. The base section and cover are hand raised, the original silver soldered and brazed constructional seams are clearly visible.
The surface is finished with chased and embossed floral decoration.
The base is centrally stamped with the maker's guarantee, (Hallmark) - Los Ballesteros, Iguana and Taxico, (founded 1937), see final image.
Height - 11 1/2" (293mm).
Weight - 24.46 oz Troy, (760.7 grams).
Internal Ref: S 1010
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.