Los Castillo Silver Hummingbird Creamer, Sugar & Ladle, Taxco 1960s

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Whimsical Los Castillo silver hummingbird creamer, lidded sugar bowl, and matching ladle, handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1960s. Each vessel … Read more Whimsical Los Castillo silver hummingbird creamer, lidded sugar bowl, and matching ladle, handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1960s. Each vessel is accented with finely detailed hummingbird finials inlaid with iridescent mother of pearl and brass beaks, mounted on elegant hammered silver forms. The ladle features a sculptural floral finial and completes the set.

Creamer Pitcher: Marked Los Castillo, Taxco, Hecho en Mexico, TA-01, Plateado, #290; measures 6" high × 3.25" wide × 3" deep.
Sugar Pot with Lid: Marked Los Castillo, Taxco, Hecho en Mexico, TA-01, Plateado, #290 and #17; lid numbered #174; measures 5 5/8" high × 3.25" wide × 3" diameter.
Ladle: Matching design, marked, measures 4.25" long × 7/8" wide, with floral finial detail.

Los Castillo, founded by Antonio Castillo, is among the most important names in 20th-century Mexican silver design, blending functionality with sculptural artistry. This set epitomizes their innovative Taxco craftsmanship, where natural motifs are transformed into elegant decorative tableware.

A rare signed complete set ideal for collectors of mid-century Mexican silver and luxury interiors with a touch of whimsical refinement. See less