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A whimsical yet highly refined vintage candle snuffer designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico during the 1980s by celebrated silversmith …
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A whimsical yet highly refined vintage candle snuffer designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico during the 1980s by celebrated silversmith Emilia Castillo, one of the most influential figures in late 20th-century Mexican silver design.
Crafted from solid brass and finished in silver plate, the piece features a sculptural parrot motif perched atop a polished conical form. The parrot is meticulously inlaid with natural malachite, displaying rich emerald-green tones and organic veining, while the stylized leaves are inlaid with crushed malachite, adding depth, texture, and a jewel-like surface quality.
The elongated handle balances elegance and functionality, transforming a traditional utilitarian object into a decorative sculptural accent. The design perfectly reflects Emilia Castillo’s signature approach—blending Mexican folk symbolism, natural materials, and modern form into timeless objects for the interior.
The piece is fully hallmarked, reading Emilia Castillo, Mexico, M.R., Plateado, TO-85, confirming authenticity, origin, and workshop production.
Ideal for use as a functional candle accessory, bar or mantel accent, or collector’s display object, this candle snuffer is especially appealing to interior designers, Taxco silver collectors, and admirers of sculptural Mexican modern design.
Details
Designer / Maker: Emilia Castillo
Origin: Taxco, Mexico
Date: 1980s
Materials: Solid brass, silver plate, natural malachite, crushed malachite inlay
Motif: Parrot with leaf detailing
Marks: Emilia Castillo, Mexico, M.R., Plateado, TO-85
Dimensions (inches, decimals)
Width: 12.25 in
Depth: 2.50 in
Height: 2.50 in
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- Dimensions
- 12.25ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 2.5ʺH
- Designer
- Emilia Castillo
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Malachite
- Silver
- Silverplate
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Emerald
- Condition Notes
- Vintage condition, loss to silver-plate, with light surface wear and patina consistent with age and use. Stone inlay remains vibrant … moreVintage condition, loss to silver-plate, with light surface wear and patina consistent with age and use. Stone inlay remains vibrant and intact. less
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