Lot 78
  • 78

A group of Mexican silver birds and bird-themed articles, mid 20th century

Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Silver
  • height of pheasant 7 in., length of platter 9 7/8 in.
  • 17.8, 25.1cm
a pair of pheasants by Vigueras; a pair of spread-winged geese marked AVA; and a four-piece set comprising two gravy boats in sizes, a ladle, and a platter, modeled as birds, by Jose Marmolejo, retailed by Tane, Mexico City; 8 pieces

Provenance

Eduardo and Laura Villaseñor, Mexico City
Private Collection, New York

Condition

good condition, nice heavy weight
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