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Stunning mid-century articulated fish sculpture and bottle opener, handcrafted by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. A collectible piece of functional …
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Stunning mid-century articulated fish sculpture and bottle opener, handcrafted by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. A collectible piece of functional art, this whimsical yet elegant fish dazzles with hand-inlaid panels of iridescent abalone shell that shimmer in hues of teal, pink, and gold.
Crafted in the 1960s–70s and designed with full articulation for lifelike movement, this piece features a cleverly concealed bottle opener in the fish's mouth. The brass ball hinges add subtle movement and charm, while the bold white inset eyes give it playful personality. The fish's body is set in a silver-tone metal armature and exhibits exquisite craftsmanship typical of Los Castillo’s Taxco workshop, known for pushing the boundaries of design in Mexican modernism.
Whether displayed as a sculpture or put to use as the chicest bottle opener at your next cocktail party, this fish is a conversation piece with legacy and style.
Dimensions: 7.5” L x 2” H
Materials: Abalone shell, and stainless steel
Style: Mid-Century Modern meets Coastal Eclectic
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no loss
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- Dimensions
- 7.5ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 2ʺH
- Brand
- Los Castillo
- Styled After
- Ralph Lauren
- Tommy Bahama
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Abalone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Teal
- Condition Notes
- Excellent vintage Excellent vintage less
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