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Description
A rare and striking volcanic rock and silver-plated molcajete designed and handcrafted by celebrated Taxco artist Emilia Castillo. The piece …
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A rare and striking volcanic rock and silver-plated molcajete designed and handcrafted by celebrated Taxco artist Emilia Castillo. The piece perfectly embodies Castillo’s signature fusion of organic materials, whimsical animal motifs, and expert metal craftsmanship, making it a collector favorite among enthusiasts of Mexican silver and decorative arts.
This sculptural bowl rests inside a carved volcanic stone base, its natural texture and weight contrasting beautifully with the smooth, hammered silver-plated interior. Around the rim, a lively ring of hand-sculpted silver frogs appear to leap playfully toward the center—an iconic Emilia Castillo detail that brings movement and charm to the design.
The removable silver-plated bowl retains its full hallmark:
“Emilia Castillo, TO-85, Mexico, M.R., Plateado.”
Castillo’s TO-85 registration and family legacy trace directly to the famed Castillo silversmithing dynasty of Taxco, whose whimsical artisanry has shaped Mexican modern decorative design since the mid-20th century.
Measurements
• Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)
• Diameter: 7.25 in (18.41 cm)
Condition
• Light wear consistent with age
• Volcanic rock base in excellent structural condition
• Silver-plated bowl shows the desirable hammered texture and a warm, even patina
This piece is ideal for:
• Collectors of Emilia Castillo and Los Castillo family silversmiths
• Interior designers seeking an organic-meets-luxury sculptural accent
• Lovers of whimsical animal-themed Mexican artisan work
A functional art object that elevates any table, bar, console, or curated display.
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- Dimensions
- 7.25ʺW × 7.25ʺD × 4ʺH
- Designer
- Emilia Castillo
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Silverplate
- Stone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Light wear consistent with age • Volcanic rock base in excellent structural condition • Silver-plated bowl shows the desirable hammered … moreLight wear consistent with age • Volcanic rock base in excellent structural condition • Silver-plated bowl shows the desirable hammered texture and a warm, even patina less
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